The Best Marinade for Kabobs Beef Pork and Lamb
Infuse your beef, pork, or lamb kabobs with bold, mouthwatering flavors using this versatile marinade—the ultimate recipe for tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned skewers. This easy-to-make marinade combines olive oil, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce for a savory base, while honey, Dijon mustard, and a medley of fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme elevate the flavor profile with a hint of sweetness and fragrant aromatics. A touch of smoked paprika, garlic, and optional red chili flakes add depth and a subtle smoky kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this marinade works its magic in as little as 2 hours but shines brightest when left to marinate for 6-8 hours, ensuring every bite is infused with rich, robust taste. Ideal for grilling season, these marinated kabobs pair beautifully with your favorite vegetables and are guaranteed to be the highlight of any barbecue or family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
Add the honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to the bowl. Whisk until the honey fully dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the chopped rosemary, thyme leaves, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, salt, and optional chili flakes if you prefer a bit of heat.
Place your cubed beef, pork, or lamb for kabobs into a large zip-top bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring all pieces are fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate the marinating meat for at least 2 hours, but ideally 6-8 hours for maximum flavor. For best results, turn the meat occasionally to evenly absorb the marinade.
When ready to cook, remove the meat from the marinade and thread onto skewers with your favorite vegetables.
Cook the kabobs on a preheated grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally until the meat reaches your desired level of doneness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.9 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5437 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 741 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
