Mint Basting Sauce for Grilling Meats
Elevate your grilling game with this vibrant and aromatic Mint Basting Sauce, the perfect companion for all your favorite meats. Infused with the refreshing essence of fresh mint leaves, this easy-to-make sauce combines olive oil, a touch of honey, and a tangy kick from white wine vinegar, balanced with earthy cumin and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes. Ideal for lamb, chicken, or pork, this versatile sauce not only adds a burst of flavor while basting but also doubles as a mouthwatering dipping sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this quick yet luxurious recipe brings a gourmet touch to your next barbecue.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by washing the fresh mint leaves thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Step 2
2. Finely chop the mint leaves, or alternatively, use a food processor to pulse them into smaller pieces.
Step 3
3. In a small saucepan, combine olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
4. Place the saucepan over low heat and stir continuously for about 3-5 minutes, ensuring the ingredients are well combined, and the garlic softens slightly. Be cautious not to overheat or fry the mixture.
Step 5
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 6
6. Stir in the chopped mint leaves, ensuring they are evenly incorporated into the sauce.
Step 7
7. Transfer the mint basting sauce into a small bowl or jar for easy use during grilling.
Step 8
8. While grilling your meat of choice (lamb, chicken, pork, etc.), use a basting brush to generously coat the meat with the mint sauce at intervals.
Step 9
9. Serve any remaining sauce on the side as a dipping sauce or drizzle over the cooked meat for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (423.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1242.7 |
| Total Fat 114.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1212.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.8g | |
| Protein 13.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 777.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1663.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories