Best 3 Red Wine Juniper And Bay Leaf Marinade Recipes

Whether you're seeking a zesty marinade for your favorite cut of steak, tantalizing poultry dish, or delectable seafood entrée, the combination of red wine, juniper berries, and bay leaf offers a delectable symphony of flavors that will elevate your culinary creations. This marinade not only infuses your dishes with an irresistible savory and herbaceous essence, but also tenderizes the meat, ensuring a succulent and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Discover the perfect recipe for your red wine juniper and bay leaf marinade, and embark on a journey of tantalizing flavors that will transform your meals into extraordinary culinary masterpieces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ADEL'S RED WINE STEAK MARINADE

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Granddaddy's favorite steak marinade. Can be used with all cuts of beef. I usually reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade, then simmer it down to a syrup, and use it as a sauce for the steaks.

Provided by Adel Blake

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup dry red wine
⅓ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup canola oil

Steps:

To make the marinade, whisk together the red wine, soy sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, honey, garlic, cumin, coriander, onion powder, pepper, and canola oil in a bowl until smooth.
To use the marinade, pour over 4 steaks in a resealable plastic bag. Squeeze out the air, and massage the bag to coat the meat with the marinade. Refrigerate at least 8 hours before cooking to desired degree of doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1477.1 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

RED WINE, JUNIPER, AND BAY LEAF MARINADE

Red Wine, Juniper, and Bay Leaf Marinade image

This marinade works well with gamy meats, such as Cornish hens, duck, quail, and venison.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup; enough for 2 pounds of meat or fish

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup dry red wine
2 shallots, coarsely chopped
3 dried bay leaves
2 tablespoons dried juniper berries, crushed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, crushed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Whisk together everything but salt and pepper in a nonreactive bowl. Arrange meat in a shallow nonreactive dish or resealable plastic bag. Cover with marinade, rubbing gently into meat. Cover; refrigerate for length of time specified below, turning occasionally.
Before cooking, remove meat from refrigerator; let it come to a cool room temperature. Discard marinade. Season meat with salt and pepper, and cook as desired.

NEW YORK STEAKS WITH RED WINE MARINADE

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Make and share this New York Steaks with Red Wine Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories Meat

Time 1h32m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 New York strip steaks, trimmed of fat (1" thick)
1 1/2 cups dry red wine
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus additional for grilling)
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 bay leaves
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

Arrange the steaks in a shallow glass or ceramic dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the red wine, olive oil, garlic, bay leaves, and salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the mixture over the steaks and turn the steaks over to coat them with the marinade.
Cover and refrigerate for at lease 1 hour or up to 4 hours To grill the steaks; Preheat the grill to medium hot or preheat the broiler.
Pour off the marinade from the meat and discard.
Pat the steaks dry with paper towles.
Lightly brush the steaks on both sides with some olive oil.
Place them directly over the hot coals and grill for 18-22 minutes for medium-rare, (20-24 for medium) or until done to your taste.
Turn them once and brush with additional olive oil.
*Ifyou are broiling, place the steaks on the rack of a broiler pan and broil 4 inches from the heat source for 8-10 minutes for medium rare, 12-14 to medium, etc.
Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately on a warm platter.

Tips:

Use a good quality red wine for the marinade.
Juniper berries and bay leaves add a unique flavor to the marinade.
Allow the meat to marinate for at least 24 hours, but no longer than 3 days.
Cook the meat over medium heat to prevent it from drying out.
Serve the meat with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This red wine, juniper, and bay leaf marinade is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your favorite cuts of meat. The marinade is made with simple ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store. The marinade can be used on chicken, steak, pork, or lamb. The marinade is also versatile and can be used for grilled, roasted, or braised meats.