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🧄 Garlic & Smoked Paprika Marinade
Some recipes quickly become kitchen staples the kind you always keep on hand because they work with everything. This garlic and smoked paprika marinade does exactly that. Bold without being overpowering and flavorful without masking the food, it turns just about any protein into something crave-worthy, whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a more deliberate meal with friends.
Smoked paprika sets the tone from the first bite with warm, lightly woody notes, while garlic brings a comforting, savory depth. Soy sauce adds umami and roundness, olive oil ties everything together, and a splash of rice vinegar balances it all with just the right touch of acidity. Italian seasoning, onion powder, and a hint of cayenne finish the marinade without overcomplicating it.
What really makes this marinade shine is its total versatility. It works beautifully with pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or even tofu. Oven-roasted, pan-seared, or grilled on the barbecue, it adapts to any cooking method and always delivers a balanced, flavorful result that never gets boring.
This is the kind of marinade you make in a double batch, keep in the fridge, and reach for whenever inspiration runs low. Simple, effective, and full of character, it proves you don’t need a long ingredient list to get maximum flavor.
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✅ Ideal marinating time
30 minutes is enough for shrimp and tofu. For pork or beef, aim for 2 to 12 hours to develop deeper flavor.
✅ Go easy on extra salt
The soy sauce already brings plenty of seasoning. Always taste before adding more salt.
✅ Best cooking methods
Perfect for grilling, pan-searing, or oven-roasting. A good sear helps bring out the smoky paprika notes.
✅ Total versatility
Works beautifully with pork, beef, chicken, shrimp, or tofu. A go-to marinade worth keeping on hand.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon (7.5 ml) Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- 2 pinches cayenne pepper
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Preparation
- In a bowl, add all the ingredients. Mix well until a smooth, uniform paste forms.
This marinade is extremely versatile. It works beautifully with pork, beef, chicken, shrimp, and tofu. It’s just as effective with meats as it is with vegetarian options.
For shrimp and tofu, 30 minutes to 1 hour is plenty. For pork, beef, or chicken, marinate for 2 to 12 hours to develop deeper, more pronounced flavor.
Yes. The marinade keeps for up to 5 days in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container. It’s perfect for making a double batch to save time during the week.
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