Marinade for Chicken or Tofu Recipe

Name: Marinade for Chicken or Tofu
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: about 1 cup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt

American · Marinade · 5 min total

Marinade for Chicken or Tofu recipe videos

This versatile marinade works beautifully for chicken or tofu, infusing them with a savory, slightly tangy flavor that caramelizes on the grill or in the pan.

5
min prep

4
servings

130
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
Place chicken or tofu in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over, turning to coat evenly.
Seal bag or cover dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for chicken (tofu can marinate up to 8 hours).
Remove from marinade and cook as desired. Discard any leftover marinade.

Tips

For extra flavor, add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
Use this marinade for grilling, baking, or pan-searing.
Store leftover marinade in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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