Thai Spiced Marinade

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 16

Thai Spiced Marinade recipe for grilled meat or veggies

by The Chefin Marinade

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup coconut milk
	2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
	1 lime , juice and zest finely grated
	1 stalk lemongrass , outer leaves discarded and core very finely chopped
	1 1/2 in piece ginger , peeled and finely grated
	2 red chili peppers , deseeded and very finely chopped
	2 scallions , trimmed and very thinly sliced
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

Fat

Thai Spiced Marinade is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that's perfect for grilling season. The combination of coconut milk, Thai fish sauce, lime, lemongrass, ginger, and chili peppers creates a unique and flavorful marinade that's great on chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, tofu, and veggies. This marinade is the perfect way to elevate your grilled dishes to the next level and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills. Whether you're hosting a BBQ or just looking for a simple and healthy weeknight dinner idea, this Thai Spiced Marinade is sure to be a hit!

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix together the coconut milk, Thai fish sauce, lime juice and zest, lemongrass, ginger, chili peppers, scallions, salt, and pepper.
2.	Add the marinade to your meat or vegetables and let it sit for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator, depending on the thickness of your protein.
3.	When ready, grill or cook your meat or veggies as desired and enjoy!

PROS

This marinade is bursting with flavor and adds a deliciously spicy and tangy kick to any protein or vegetable dish.

It’s a healthier alternative to some traditional marinades that can be high in sugar and preservatives.

CONS

If you’re not a fan of spicy food, you may find this marinade too hot.

Be sure to adjust the amount of chili peppers to suit your taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The ingredients in this marinade have a range of health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in digestion, and reducing the risk of heart disease. Lemongrass has also been used to alleviate anxiety and lower stress levels.