Best 13 Citrusy Meat Marinade Recipes

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Unlock the secrets of creating a citrusy meat marinade that will tantalize your taste buds and transform your favorite cuts of meat into culinary masterpieces. Embark on a flavor-filled journey as we explore the art of combining zesty citrus flavors, aromatic herbs, and savory spices to create marinades that will leave you craving more. Get ready to elevate your grilling, roasting, or baking experience with our curated selection of citrusy marinade recipes. Whether you prefer chicken, beef, pork, or seafood, this guide will provide you with the perfect recipe to create a juicy, flavorful, and unforgettable dish. Prepare to embark on a culinary expedition that will leave your taste buds in awe and your kitchen filled with the enticing aromas of a citrusy symphony.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

MEAT MARINADE



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This meat marinade has got to be the easiest, best tasting thing I've ever done to inexpensive cuts of beef, pork, or venison. As a newlywed, we cut all corners, but thanks to this recipe, not on taste!

Provided by Torrerizor

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup olive oil
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
⅔ cup lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste
1 dash onion powder

Steps:

  • Use a flat container large enough to hold meat in a single layer. Combine oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and lemon juice. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Place meat in the marinade and turn to coat both sides.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, shaking or turning meat occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 800.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CITRUS STEAK MARINADE



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This a great steak marinade that has citrus and spice flavoring. The sugar will burn quickly on the grill so be mindful of the time the steak is on the grill.

Provided by Alan

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups pineapple juice
1 cup orange juice
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup steak sauce (such as A.1.®)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Whisk pineapple juice, orange juice, sugar, steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ginger together in a bowl until evenly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.6 g, Sodium 316.2 mg, Sugar 43.5 g

CITRUSY MEAT MARINADE



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Make and share this Citrusy Meat Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup orange juice (no pulp)
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable bag or "marinade container" combine all the ingredients well.
  • Add meat to marinade, seal bag or container and refrigerate a minimum of 4 hours or overnight - turn over a few times to coat.
  • Coat your grilling rack or pan with non-stick cooking spray before grilling.
  • Drain and discard marinade from meat - do not use as a baste!

ROASTED PORK WITH CITRUS MOJO MARINADE



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Provided by Brian Boitano

Time 4h10m

Yield 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Meyer lemons, juiced
2 limes, juiced
2 blood oranges, juiced
6 large garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3/4 cup annatto oil reserved from Arroz Con Pollo Bites recipe
1 (15 to 20-pound) suckling pig
Special Equipment: 1 Caja China roasting box
1 (9 to 10-pound) picnic pork shoulder
1 batch citrus mojo marinade less 1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Citrus Mojo:
  • Combine all of the mojo ingredients in a large bowl and whisk well.
  • Score the skin with a sharp knife and rub the pig inside and out with 3/4 of the mojo marinade. Reserve the remaining mojo to pour over the meat after it has been carved.
  • Cook the whole pig in the Caja China according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Score the skin of the pork shoulder. Put it into a large bowl or baking dish and pour in 3/4 of the marinade, making sure to coat the entire piece of pork. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Put the pork shoulder, skin side up, in a roasting pan fitted with a rack, Cover with foil and roast in the oven for 3 hours. After 3 hours remove the foil, turn the heat up to 425 degrees F and roast until the skin is brown and crispy, about 30 to 45 minutes. Make sure to check every 5 or 10 minutes to make sure the skin does not burn. Remove from oven to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before carving. Carve the meat and arrange it on a serving platter. Pour the reserved marinade over the carved meat just before serving.

SENSATIONAL MEAT MARINADE



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I originally had this marinade posted with my Savoury Chicken #60844, but it is so good with all sorts of meats that I decided to repost on its own. Very easy to make up. Sensational flavour. You'll love it as much as I do.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups dry red wine
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup firmly-packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Mix marinade ingredients in large bowl.
  • Pour marinade over meat of choosing.
  • Cover and refrigerate 2-4 hours.
  • If baking in the marinade, once meat is done, you can boil down the marinade till thick and syrupy and use as a sauce.
  • If grilling, brush marinade over meat several times to provide maximum flavour and boil down remainder until syrupy and use as a sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.3, Fat 36.1, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 2694.1, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 19.6, Protein 5.4

CRAZY LEMON MARINADE



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This 3 ingredient marinade is recommended for pork chops or chicken breasts. Why crazy? The main ingredient is lemonade! The recipe is from a Betty Crocker on the grill cookbook.

Provided by Susie D

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (12 ounce) can frozen lemonade, thawed
1/2 cup fresh basil or 2 1/2 tablespoons dried basil
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • If using fresh basil, cut into thin strips.
  • Mix all ingredients.
  • To use: Pour about 1/2 of the marinade over 2 pounds of pork chops or chicken breasts, cover& refrigerate at least 1 hour but no more than 2 hours; this reserves 1/2 of the marinade for a basting sauce while cooking.

CITRUS SAUCE - FOR VEGETABLES OR AS A MEAT MARINADE



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Besides dressing vegetables such as asparagus, carrots, broccoli and cabbage, this sauce can be used to marinate fish, poultry or pork dishes. This makes far more than is needed for a vegetable side dish, but it can be refrigerated or frozen for future use - but it can also be easily halved if desired (you only need 1-2 T per vegetable serving). It's low-fat too!

Provided by GeeWhiz

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups fresh orange juice or 2 1/2 cups tangerine juice
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/3 cup diced peeled fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine citrus juices, soy, oil and ginger; Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until mixture slightly thickens.
  • Pour sauce through a strainer into a bowl or storage container.
  • Use immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 3 or 4 days; store in the freezer up to 1 month; Reheat before serving.
  • *If thickening is desired add 1 T cornstarch per cup of cold sauce - mix in, then heat to a simmer until sauce thickens and appears translucent.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.8, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 2554.3, Carbohydrate 37.1, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 23, Protein 6

CITRUS-MARINATED CHICKEN



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This juicy, zesty chicken stars in many of my family's summer meals. While there are a million ways to dress up poultry, you'll find yourself turning to this recipe again and again. It's that quick and easy! -Deborah Gretzinger, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup orange juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Combine the first eight ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEDITERRANEAN MEAT MARINADE



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This is another one of my family's favorites. Everyone has always loved it...and it goes so well with any kind of meat.

Provided by LEANAD

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup light olive oil
½ cup red wine vinegar
2 lemons, juiced
5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
crushed black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, sage, thyme, marjoram, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper in a large, shallow dish. Mix with a fork until mixture looks uniform.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CITRUS MARINADE



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Make and share this Citrus Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
1 garlic clove, smashed (more if you love garlic)
2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange rind
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and marinate fish or chicken.
  • Cook meat as desired until done.
  • Enjoy.

MEAT MARINADE



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This is a great marinade for beef. I like it for kabob but could used for any meat before grilling.

Provided by happynana

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time P1D

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Marinade 4 pounds or more meat covered in refrigerator for 24 hours.

EASY CITRUS MARINADE FOR GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



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This citrus marinade makes enough for 6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs.

Provided by Ish Latif

Categories     Marinades

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
3 medium limes, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, cilantro, salt, pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl. Whisk in lime juice until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 161.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CARLA'S CITRUS MARINADE



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Citrus     Garlic     Quick & Easy     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 1 cup (enough for 1 1/2 to 2 pounds chicken or shrimp)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large garlic cloves
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh orange or lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Thinly slice garlic and in a small saucepan cook in oil over moderately low heat until it just begins to turn golden. Remove pan from heat and with a slotted spoon discard garlic.
  • Into oil in pan stir in remaining ingredients and salt and pepper to taste and cool marinade.

Tips:

  • Choose the right citrus fruit: Lemons, oranges, limes, and grapefruits are all good choices for a citrusy marinade. Each citrus fruit has its own unique flavor profile, so choose the one that you think will best complement your meat.
  • Use fresh citrus juice: Fresh citrus juice will give your marinade the best flavor. If you don't have fresh citrus juice, you can use bottled juice, but be sure to dilute it with water so that it's not too strong.
  • Add other flavorings to your marinade: In addition to citrus juice, you can also add other flavorings to your marinade, such as herbs, spices, garlic, and olive oil. Be creative and experiment with different flavor combinations to find the one that you like best.
  • Marinate your meat for at least 30 minutes: The longer you marinate your meat, the more time the flavors will have to penetrate the meat. If you're short on time, you can marinate your meat for as little as 30 minutes, but for best results, marinate it for several hours or overnight.
  • Cook your meat over medium heat: Overcooking will toughen your meat, so be sure to cook it over medium heat. This will allow the meat to cook evenly and remain juicy.

Conclusion:

A citrusy marinade is a great way to add flavor and moisture to your meat. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or frying your meat, a citrusy marinade will help to make it delicious. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a citrusy marinade that you love.

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