Summer may be winding down, but there are still a few good weekends left of sunshine and grilling opportunities. Chances are, you already have a basic traditional recipe for your meat dishes. But if you’re looking for ways to liven up the classics, take a look at these unconventional recipes. They may sound a little strange, but the results are delicious.
5 Unconventional Steak Marinades
Coffee – Using coffee gives the meat a richer, juicier flavor. Taste of Home has a great marinade involving coffee, soy sauce, and vinegar. Click here for the full recipe.
Wine – If you love wine, then you can imagine that using it in a marinade provides a deeper, richer flavor. Try this recipe from Food.com using your favorite red wine.
Beer – Beer and barbecue tend to go hand in hand. Use what you already have available for a delicious beer-marinated skirt steak, like this recipe on Food Network.
Cola – Using cola to marinade your steak makes it more tender. Here’s a recipe involving cola, soy sauce, and black pepper, as found on All Recipes.
Ginger – Ginger is a delicate, but very distinct ingredient that will celebrate the steak’s natural flavor. Try following this recipe from Epicurious for a ginger, rice vinegar, and cilantro blend.
Remember, you can now get these ingredients in the SHOP.com Groceries section. Got any unconventional recipes of your own? Share them in the comments!
