Adding a small amount of sugar to marinades not only enhances flavour but also helps tenderize meats and interacts with proteins in meat, tofu, or other alternatives to create a rich colour. Makes 3/4 cup (175 ml) of marinade.
Ingredients
| Garlic, minced |
3 cloves |
| Orange juice |
1/4 cup (60 mL) |
| Hot sauce |
1/4 cup (60 mL) |
| Vegetable oil |
1/4 cup (60 mL) |
| Brown sugar |
1 tbsp (15 mL) |
| Salt |
1 tsp (5 mL) |
| Cayenne pepper |
1/4 tsp (1 mL) |
| Black pepper |
1/2 tsp (2 mL) |
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients.
- Leave meat in the marinade for at least two hours. Use as a marinade for spareribs, pork chops, chicken, fish or tofu.
