Ingredients
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
– 2 tablespoons red wine (optional, but recommended!)
– 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– Fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme) for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Whisk or fork
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Zip-top plastic bag or shallow dish for marinating
– Grill or stovetop grill pan
– Tongs
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, gather all your ingredients in your kitchen. The first step is to whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and red wine in a mixing bowl. This creates a flavorful base for the marinade. Then, add in the lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. I love to whisk it all together until it’s well blended, and the smell is simply intoxicating! It’s tangy, savory, and just a hint of sweetness—everything you want in a marinade. (See the next page below to continue steps…)