Benefits of Marinated Meat

 

Grilling is one of the easiest, convenient as well as a brilliant way to prepare a sumptuous meal. It just takes you a couple of chops, some sauce and seasoning. However, what is most important while you are making meat to be grilled in its marination.

There are a lot of benefits of marinated meat. A marination period of as less as 30 minutes works as a wonder to successfully manage the stricter portions of meat. In this article, we will discuss the key benefits and enlighten you on the same!

What are the key advantages of marinating meat?

Here is a list of benefits that you will have if the meat is marinated before it is grilled.

1. Healthy

Marinating poultry, fish and meat decreases the carcinogenic heterocyclic amines (HCAs) in them. These amines are generally released when meat is cooked at high temperatures. Marination hackles the production of HCAs by 99%. Adding rosemary to your marinated meat is an added advantage as it has anti-cancer potential. Marination effectively reduces the chemical effects of high temperature on the meat.

The acid in marinades also slows down the growth of bacteria like listeria. According to the USDA, poultry and chicken cannot be used unless it is marinated for two days and beef and other red meat must be marinated for at least five days.

2. Makes the meat soft

One of the most essential Marinated meat benefits is that it softens the meat and makes it juicy and easy to digest. Now, adding acidic ingredients like citrus juices and vinegar locks the moisture! 

3. Adds Flavours

Flavour is enhanced with the addition of herbs like rosemary, spices and favoured oils (honey, sesame oil, mustard, sauce).

4. Low calories

Half-cup of marinades also cut down excess calories in the meat. You have to grease the meat with some marinade, and you are good to go!

Useful tips to enhance the marination process:

●       You must always marinate your meat in the fridge. Never marinate it in room temperature since there is a risk of bacteria growth.

●       Do not use an uncooked marinade. Always boil the leftovers, and you are good to go!

Are you still thinking, why do we marinate meat? Well, marinades provide you with a chance to experiment with your creativity. It is also a good process and acts as an anti-cancer element. All it takes is a small investment of effort and time!