marinade

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It initially hit the right sweet, slightly piquant notes that al pastor meat should — but the flavor quickly dissipated because the marinade hadn’t soaked through the chicken chunks.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

A marinade of yogurt, underripe mango, ginger, garlic and turmeric lends sweet-sharp depth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025

So if you were hoping for a brown sugar coating or a sugary marinade here, you'll be disappointed.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2025

Another favorite is the Whole Fish Cha Ca, where the wine’s dry citrus profile enhances the flavors in the marinade, bringing out the best in both the dish and the wine.

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2024

I wrapped potatoes in foil and stuck them in the oven to bake, covered a steak in marinade and balanced it on top of a carton of eggs in the fridge.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer