Description
This Citrus Lemongrass Zing marinade is a vibrant and aromatic blend that infuses your chicken, tofu, or vegetables with bright, tangy, and slightly sweet Southeast Asian flavors. The lemongrass, lime, and fish sauce create a complex and addictive taste profile, perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying. It’s quick to prepare and adds a burst of freshness to any meal.
🧈 Zesty Herb Butter
- 2 tbsp melted butter (25g)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (6g)
- 1 tsp chopped rosemary (5g)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic (15g)
- ½ tsp salt (3g)
- ½ tsp black pepper (3g)
- 1 tsp light soy sauce (5ml)
🍋🌿 Fresh Lemon Rosemary
- Juice from ½ lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (8g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)
- 1 tsp minced garlic (5g)
- ⅓ tsp salt (2g)
- ½ tsp black pepper (2.5g)
🧄 Creamy Garlic Infusion
- ⅓ cup whole milk (100ml)
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- ½ tsp dried rosemary (1g)
- ½ tsp salt (2.5g)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (1.5g)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (5ml)
- Pinch of nutmeg
🌶️ Bayou BBQ Marinade
- 2 tbsp Orleans marinade (25g)
- 2 tsp honey (10ml)
- 1½ tsp olive oil (8ml)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (5ml)
- 1 tsp minced garlic (5g)
- 1 tbsp chopped onion (15g)
- Splash of water
🍋🌾 Citrus Lemongrass Zing
- 1 tbsp chopped lemongrass (10g)
- 1 tbsp + 1 tsp lime juice (20ml)
- 1 tsp fish sauce (5ml)
- 1 tsp white sugar (5g)
- ½ tsp salt (3g)
- 1 tsp minced garlic (5g)
🥜🔥 Smoky Peanut Spice
- 1 tbsp satay sauce (15g)
- 2 tsp Shaoxing wine (10ml)
- 1½ tsp curry oil (8g)
- ½ tsp minced garlic (3g)
- ¼ tsp salt (1g)
How to Marinate:
- Combine all the ingredients for your chosen flavor in a bowl.
- Add your protein or veggies (about 1 to 1.5 lbs / 450–700g) and toss until fully coated.
- Let it sit:
- 30–60 min for quick flavor
- 4–12 hrs for deeper flavor (fridge)
- Grill, roast, pan-fry, or air-fry — whatever works for your dish.
