A wet paste marinade that works well with beef.
YIELD
8 servingsPREP
5 minCOOK
0 minREADY
5 minLet’s dive into the reasons why these ingredients create an excellent wet marinade for beef.
First, let’s talk about the jalapeño pepper. This little green gem adds a spicy kick to the marinade, which not only enhances the flavor but also helps tenderize the beef. The capsaicin in the pepper breaks down the meat’s fibers, making it more tender and juicy.
Next up are scallions, also known as green onions. These mild, oniony wonders add a subtle sweetness to the marinade, balancing out the heat from the jalapeño.
Now, let’s not forget the garlic. This aromatic powerhouse infuses the beef with its intense, savory flavor. It’s like a warm hug for your taste buds, and who doesn’t love a good garlic hug?
Moving on to olive oil. This liquid gold helps carry the other ingredients’ flavors deep into the beef, ensuring that every bite is packed with savoriness. Plus, it adds a touch of richness to the marinade.
Last, we have the chipotle chili peppers with adobo sauce. These smoky, spicy beauties bring a depth of flavor to the marinade that is simply irresistible. The adobo sauce also helps to tenderize the beef, making it melt-in-your-mouth.
It works particularly well in this Chipotle Chile-Garlic Grilled Flank Steak
Ingredients
Directions
Add the jalapeno pepper, green onions, garlic, olive oil and chipotle peppers with adobo sauce into a food processer.
Purée for about 30 seconds. Scrap down the sides and process another 30 seconds or until the desired consistency is reached.
Example usage:
Works well on flank steak or other beef. Rub some kosher salt into the meat and then with this wet marinade. Let marinade (in a zipper bag or covered in plastic wrap) about 24 hours, wipe off the marinade and grill to perfection.
Comments
I buy chipotles in adobo sauce then puree the whole can in a blender. The (quite thick) puree then goes into the fridge where it will keep for several weeks! I like being able to spoon out exactly the amount I need!
Hi Dave, this method is absolutely useful, and so far it's the best idea that I have heard. Thanks for sharing, cheers!