Summer is the perfect season to fire up the grill and enjoy deliciously marinated meats. A good marinade not only tenderizes the meat but also infuses it with rich flavors, transforming your barbecue into a gourmet experience. The Science of Marinades Marinades typically consist of three key components: oil, acid, and flavor enhancers. The oil...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup canola or avocado oil Zest of 4 lemons 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 tablespoon coarse ground black pepper 1 tablespoon sea salt or Kosher salt...Read More

Use this traditional Indian tandoori marinade on chicken or lamb cubes for skewers. This is quick and easy to make with a food processor. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 onion, peeled and coarse chopped 2-3 cloves garlic, peeled and de-germed 1 1/4 inch long piece of ginger, peeled and chopped 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt...Read More

This dressing is delicious with Southwestern-themed salads, but it works equally well with Mexican or Middle-Eastern style dishes as well. INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup lime juice, or lime and orange juice mixed 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 teaspoon freshly ground cumin seed 1 teaspoon freshly ground coriander seed 1 tablespoon sugar 1-2...Read More

This is a very traditional teriyaki sauce from my sushi bar days. Use on chicken, pork, fish, or beef. INGREDIENTS: 7 tablespoons sake (Japanese rice wine) 7 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet “cooking” wine) 7 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar METHOD: Mix ingredients in a deep, heavy-bottomed saucepan with a narrower base and bring to...Read More