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Regarding #2, it is a shame they only had half hour and 24 hour options. Most marinade taste tests I've seen top out at around 3 hours, IIRC.
by zdragnar 5y ago
Regarding #2, it is a shame they only had half hour and 24 hour options. Most marinade taste tests I've seen top out at around 3 hours, IIRC.
- tptacek 5y agoThe logic they're all using on #2 is verkakte; the aromatics they're talking about penetrating the meat don't penetrate at all (the molecules are too large). Salt penetrates, which is why brining works, but flavors generally don't.
- zdragnar 5y agoAcidic components can also make a difference with time, especially with certain enzymes like in pineapple and I think maybe soy sauce. Personal taste test, chicken breast marinated in Italian salad dressing (or vinegar, oil, aromatics and a dash of mustard) definitely is best with at least an hour.