Get ready to transform your ordinary meat dishes into extraordinary culinary masterpieces with this incredible Indian-inspired marinade that will make your taste buds dance! Imagine infusing your favorite proteins with a perfect blend of aromatic spices that promises to elevate your cooking from mundane to magnificent. Lillian Meith's Curried Meat Marinade is not just a recipe—it's a flavor revolution that will turn even the most basic ingredients into a gourmet experience.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: Marinade for 1kg meat
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup yogurt
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients: 2 tablespoons of curry powder, 1 tablespoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of turmeric, 2 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon of ginger (minced), salt to taste, and 1/4 cup of yogurt.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Mix them together using a whisk or a spoon until they are well blended.
- Add the yogurt to the spice mixture in the bowl. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth, cohesive marinade. Ensure that the yogurt is fully incorporated with the spices.
- Season the marinade with salt to taste. Start with a small amount, and gradually add more as needed, mixing well after each addition to ensure even distribution.
- Once the marinade is well mixed, it is ready to be used. If you are not using it immediately, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate until needed.
- To marinate your meat, place the 1kg of meat in a large bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring that all surfaces are well coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Allow the meat to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to enhance the flavors.
- After marinating, your meat is ready to be cooked according to your preferred recipe, ensuring that you discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw meat.
Tips
- Use fresh spices: The key to an exceptional marinade is using high-quality, freshly ground spices that will provide maximum flavor intensity.
- Yogurt matters: Choose a thick, full-fat yogurt for the best texture and richness in your marinade.
- Marinating time is crucial: While the recipe suggests at least 1 hour, letting the meat marinate overnight will dramatically enhance the depth of flavor.
- Temperature control: Always marinate meat in the refrigerator to prevent bacterial growth and maintain food safety.
- Discard used marinade: Never reuse marinade that has been in contact with raw meat to avoid potential foodborne illnesses.
- Experiment with proteins: This versatile marinade works wonderfully with chicken, lamb, beef, and even tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 182kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
