marinade

soy

Protein-rich Asian bean

• vinegarAcidic cooking liquid
• limeAcidic green citrus
• wineFermented grape beverage

garlic · ginger · honey · mustard · sesame · mirin · fish sauce · coconut milk · buttermilk · yogurt

enzymes

Reaction-speeding proteins

• papainPapaya-sourced protein dissolver
• bromelainPineapple-derived protein digester
• acidicBelow neutral pH

pineapple · kiwi · figs · buttermilk · yogurt · citrus · soften · collagen · breakdown · meat

teriyaki

Soy-mirin glazing method

• adoboVinegar-soy braised dish
• chimichurriArgentine herb-oil condiment
• mojoMystical personal power

jerk · tandoori · satay · bulgogi · shawarma · souvlaki · carne asada · barbacoa · escabeche · tikka

soak

Saturate with liquid

• steepRising at sharp angle
• infuseSaturate by steeping
• immersePlunge into liquid entirely

submerge · saturate · bathe · brine · macerate · coat · refrigerate · overnight · hours · absorb

herbs

Plants for seasoning

• spicesAromatic food flavorings
• rosemaryFragrant culinary evergreen
• thymeAromatic culinary herb

oregano · basil · cilantro · cumin · coriander · paprika · pepper · salt · chili · bayleaf

aromatic

Pleasantly strong-smelling

• zestyLively in flavor
• tangySharp and lively-tasting
• spicyHaving strong heat

umami · citrusy · smoky · sweet · piquant · peppery · garlicky · gingery · savory · robust

• Asian barbecuebulgogi, kalbi, pork belly, short rib, short ribs
• tenderizingtenderizer, mallet, meat mallet, meat tenderizer, pounding
• cookingbaking, chop, boiling, dice, mince
• liquidswater, milk, oil, blood, juice
• culinary artsflavor, aroma, seasoning, sauce, roasting
• gastronomygastronomy, gourmet food, fine dining, tasting menu, degustation