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Soy-Ginger Marinade

The Washington Post, May 20, 2009
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Course: Condiment
  • Features: Make-Ahead Recipes

Summary:

Add this Asian-flavored marinade to a steak housed in a resealable plastic food storage bag. Seal and refrigerate; marinate for at least 4 hours and up to 2 days.

MAKE AHEAD: The marinade can be prepared up to 3 days in advance.

Enough for 3 pounds of beef

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or peanut oil
  • 2-inch piece peeled ginger root, minced (2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)

Directions:

Combine the soy sauce, sherry, canola or peanut oil, ginger, toasted sesame oil and garlic in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Recipe Source:

From food writer Tony Rosenfeld.

Tested by Bonnie S. Benwick for The Washington Post.
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(Dominic Bracco II for The Washington Post)
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Per tablespoon serving
Calories: 46
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: 5g 8
Saturated Fat: 0g 0
Cholesterol: 0mg 0
Sodium: 100mg4
Total Carbohydrates: 0g 0
Dietary Fiber: 0g 0
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 0g
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g
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