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Balsamic Marinade for Chicken, Steak, and Pork

Explore this easy balsamic marinade for chicken, steak, and pork. Using simple ingredients you probably already have on hand like balsamic vinegar, dried herbs, and garlic, it's a great way to add flavor and juiciness to proteins. Plus it works for a variety of different cooking methods, whether it's on the grill, in the oven, or on the stovetop.
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 pounds of meat

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz balsamic vinegar
  • 3 oz avocado oil
  • ½ tsp dried rosemary
  • ½ tsp dried fresh thyme
  • 2 tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic pressed or minced

Instructions

  • Measure out the balsamic vinegar and oil into a measuring cup (or other container).
  • Measure out the remaining ingredients and add those into the cup as well.
  • Use a small whisk or other utensil to combine everything together.

Notes

  • Marinade is enough for 2 pounds of meat (around 4.5 to 5 ounces of marinade)
  • Store the marinade in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Some separation will occur.
  • To use after storage, allow the marinade to come to room temperature then shake the marinade in the container (or stir with a whisk) to combine contents again.