How to Make Balsamic Marinade

A balsamic marinade goes well with meats such as pork, beef and chicken.

There are many types of marinades that are used to add extra flavor to meats among other foods. One type that is popular among chef's and home cooks is a balsamic marinade. This marinade can be added to meats such as pork, beef and chicken. Creating these additions to food only takes a short time and little preparation, and is quite simple. The key to making a good balsamic marinade is using high quality balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

Things You'll Need

• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 tsp. sugar

Instructions

1. Combine all of your ingredients into a large bowl.

2. Put the meat into a zip-close plastic bag.

3. Pour the marinade onto the meat and turn it to coat all of it.

4. Marinate the meat in the refrigerator for 15 minutes up to two hours if you want the meat tender. For more tender meat, marinate for up to 24 hours.

References

• Texas Beef Council - Recipe Book - Balsamic Marinade