Oriental Sesame Marinade Recipe

Elevate your grilling and stir-fries with this vibrant Oriental Sesame Marinade! The fragrant toasted sesame seeds create a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more. Perfect for chicken, beef, pork, or tofu, this marinade infuses your protein with incredible depth of flavor in just minutes. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 495 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Oriental Sesame Marinade

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How to Make Oriental Sesame Marinade

  1. Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1/4 cup sesame seeds and toast, swirling frequently, until light golden brown and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  3. Remove from heat and let the sesame seeds cool completely.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cooled sesame seeds, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
  5. Add your protein of choice (at least 1 pound) to the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated.
  6. Marinate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
  7. Grill, stir-fry, or bake according to your preferred cooking method.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

257 g

Sugar

168g

Fat

16g

Carbs

18g