In order for the meat to be tasty, juicy and aromatic, it must be marinated beforehand. Therefore, it is worthwhile to analyze the marinade, which will allow you to achieve the ideal result.
Expert of the online publication "BelNovosti" Yulia Arkhipova , a cook and fourth-class baker, told how to act in such a situation.
Why Use Tomato Juice
This marinade is based on tomato juice, which is not only an excellent source of vitamins, but also has a unique taste.
Tomato juice has an acidity and aroma that goes well with meat, giving it a unique flavor.
What you need for cooking
To create the perfect tomato juice marinade, it is important to select the right ingredients. Each of them gives the meat its own unique taste and aroma. Among the main ingredients, the following can be highlighted.
1. Garlic: adds piquancy and flavor, giving meat a special richness.
2. Lemon juice: adds freshness and acidity to the meat, pairing well with tomato juice.
3. Olive oil: enriches meat with fatty acids and makes it juicier.
4. You can also use various spices, the most popular ones include: cumin, paprika, oregano and others.
Of course, you can experiment a little with the ingredients.
How to do marinating
There are a few tips to follow:
• before marinating, the meat must be washed, dried well and cut into small pieces;
• to prepare the marinade, you need to mix tomato juice with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and spices in the appropriate proportions;
• place the meat in the marinade and leave it in the refrigerator for several hours or, best of all, overnight, so that it is saturated with the aromas and flavors of the marinade;
• after marinating, the meat can be cooked on the grill, in the oven or in a frying pan until done.
This marinade can be called universal, so it is definitely worth trying when cooking meat.
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