Soy Sauce Marinade

Elevate your culinary creations with this versatile Soy Sauce Marinade, a quick and easy recipe that packs bold, balanced flavors into every bite. Featuring the rich umami of soy sauce, a hint of sweetness from light brown sugar, and the nutty aroma of sesame oil, this all-purpose marinade is infused with fresh garlic, grated ginger, and a kick of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle heat. Brightened with the tangy zest of rice vinegar and finished with chopped green onions, this marinade is perfect for tenderizing and seasoning meats, tofu, or vegetables. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a delectable blend of sweet, savory, and spicy notes that will transform your dishes into an unforgettable feast. Ideal for grilling, baking, or stir-frying, this recipe is a must-have in your kitchen arsenal.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, light brown sugar, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped green onion and water to slightly thin out the marinade.

Step 4

Taste the marinade and adjust the seasoning if needed (e.g., more sugar for sweetness, more vinegar for acidity, or more red pepper flakes for heat).

Step 5

Use immediately as a marinade for meats, tofu, or vegetables. For best results, let your chosen ingredient marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.

Step 6

Store any unused marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(265.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	313.2

Total Fat 14.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4623.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 12.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 92.9mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 607.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 45.3%