Boston1954

Does anyone have an idea for something I can put into the meat "zing" it up a little?

Anne

sondray

When I used to make hamburgers from scratch I would add some Heinz 57 Sauce, or A-1, and Kikkoman Soy Sauce. Everyone wanted to know what was in the burgers, because they'd never tasted any like that. :D

I would never tell what I put in them though. :lol: I told them it was a family secret. :lol:

sondray

Forgot to ask, would you like some marinade recipes? I've got tons.

Boston1954

Thanks Sweetie. Yes, I am always on the lookout for something different.

Anne

SaraSewing

FETA BURGERS

3 lbs ground beef
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp minced garlic
1/3 cup olive oil

Break up beef in large bowl. Sprinkle with feta, and remaining ingredinets. Toss together. Divide into 8 portions. Form each into 4 1/2 inch patty, pressing in center to form slight indentation. (this keeps the burger from shrinking in diameter!) BBQ.

I got this recipe from a magazine and have made it numerous times since. It's great!

Chele

This recipe is kind of "gourmet," but totally worth the time and effort. Best hamburgers I've ever had. Sometimes I get lazy and just add the sun dried tomatoes, feta, and other ingredients straight into the ground beef.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/f...ipe/index.html

DJ

A variation on the traditional "hamburger" that we like is to use poor boy or Fr. rolls . . . make the patties in the shape of the bread, melt cheese on top, grill the rolls (use garlic butter), use pizza sauce, shredded lettuce and sweet onion on rolls. "Strombolis"!

sondray

BRANDIED MARINADE FOR CHICKEN
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Ingredients:
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1/2 cup brandy
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tblsp unsulfured molasses
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tblsp grated fresh ginger
1/2 cup dry white wine

Instructions:
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Mix together.

GARLIC HONEY MARINADE FOR CHICKEN
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Ingredients:
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1 small onion, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup seasame oil
2 tblsp light soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tblsp grated freash ginger
2 tblsp honey
2 tsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:
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Mix together.

HONEY MUSTARD MARINADE
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Ingredients:
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1 cup Dijon Mustard
1 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup honey
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tblsp soy sauce

Instructions:
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Mix all ingredients.

LEMON MARINADE FOR CHICKEN
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Ingredients:
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2 tblsp olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tblsp chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
grated zest of one lemon

Instructions:
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Mix all ingredients, use immediately.

BANANA CHUTNEY
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Ingredients:
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1/2 lb ripe red bananas (can use regular)
6 oz guava nectar
1 medium red onion, coarsely chopped
1 tblsp lime juice
2 tblsp veg. oil
1 tblsp brown sugar

Instructions:
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Saute the onions in the oil until soft. Add the bananas and cook
additional 5 minutes. Add guava nectar and brown sugar, and simmer for
about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add lime juice. Can be made and refrigerated the day before. Serve at room temperature.

Spicy Marinade
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1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup loosely packed and finely chopped basil leaves
2 tablespoons minced green onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano
2 teaspoons sea or kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot red chile flakes
1/3 cup dry white wine (optional) or broth
3/4 cup olive oil

Combine all ingredients and allow flavors to marry for 2 hours before
using. If you like a hotter flavor, add more chile flakes or some minced
fresh serrano chiles. Makes approximately 2 cups.

Maple Marinade
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Yield: About 1/2 cup
Use on: Pork, chicken, duck breasts, squab
Brush on: Brush on before and during grilling
Make ahead: The maple marinade can be refrigerated for up to 3 days

Because this sweet, peppery marinade is made with a high proportion of
maple syrup, be sure to grill the meat or poultry over moderately low heat
so that it cooks evenly without burning.

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 garlic clove, crushed
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

In a small saucepan, combine all the ingredients and simmer over low heat until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Let stand for 2 hours before
using.

Beef Kabob Marinade
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2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup catsup
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
Dash of cayenne

Mix well. Marinade 1-2 pounds good quality beef, cut in cubes for at least
4 hours. Skewer with cubed green and red peppers, and onions. Grill and
baste.

Caribbean Jerk Rub
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1 tbs onion powder (powder not salt)
1 tbs dried thyme
2 tsp dried allspice
2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp salt
3/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cloves

Blend all the above ingredients well. Rub over meat, poultry or seafood at
least 2 hours before grilling. Grill as usual.

Jerk Rub
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1 onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup scallions, finely chopped
2 teas thyme leaves, fresh
1 teas salt
1 teas Jamaican pimento, (allspice)
1/4 teas nutmeg, ground
1/2 teas cinnamon, ground
4 to 6 hot peppers, finely ground
1 teas black pepper, fresh ground

Mix together all the ingredients to make a paste. A food processor fitted
with a steel blade is ideal for this. Store leftovers in the refrigerator
in a tightly closed jar for about a month.

Hawaiian Island Marinade
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1/3 cup coconut milk
2 Tablespoons lime juice
1 Tablespoon raw honey
2 Tablespoons fresh Hawaiian ginger root, finely grated

Combine ingredients and marinate steak, chicken, fish or pork before
barbequing. Baste with marinade during barbequing.

Tangy Chicken Marinade
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1/2 cup lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, cut in 1/8" slices (do not remove seeds!)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
dash salt
dash white pepper

Combine all ingredients. Pour over 1 lb. skinless/boneless chicken breast
halves. Marinate at least 2 hours. Remove chicken from marinade and either grill or broil. Brush with remaining marinade during cooking. Serves 4.

Lime-Orange Marinade
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4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cup lime juice
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup olive oil
2 teas ground black pepper

Chop garlic and mix with remaining ingredients in a bowl.

Marinate ribs, chops, or thick cuts of beef with this tangy, spicy
combination. Always try to use fresh juices. When they're not readily
available, use the frozen or bottled variety.

All Purpose Marinade Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
3 c Dry white wine
1/2 c Soy sauce
1/2 t Garlic powder
1 t Onion powder
Steps: Mix all ingredients together. Marinate the meat (beef, pork, chicken or game) for 3 to 6 hours, then use the marinade as a basting sauce as the meat cooks on the grill.

Honey Mustard Marinade

1 cup Dijon Mustard
1 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup honey
1 clove garlic, minced
2 T soy sauce

Mix all ingredients.

Lemon Marinade

2 T olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 T chopped fresh rosemary
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
grated zest of one lemon
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Mix all ingredients, use immediately.

Brandied Marinade

1/2 cup brandy
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 T unsulfured molasses
1/2 t Dijon mustard
1 T grated fresh ginger
1/2 cup dry white wine

Mix together.

Garlic Honey Marinade

1 small onion, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 T light soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 T grated fresh ginger
2 T honey
2 t chopped fresh parsley

Mix together.

Red Wine Marinade

2 cup dry red wine
1 bunch scallions, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup soy or teriyaki sauce
2 T dark brown sugar
1 t grated fresh ginger
1 T Worcestershire sauce

Mix together, Use as is for Marinade or biol for 10 minutes and use as
a basting sauce.

Boston1954

Wow!!!! This is great! Thanks so much all of you.

Sondra you must be a chef. Everything looks so wonderful, it is making me hungry. :D

Anne

Shelley

I add ranch dressing to burger, mix it in, and throw them on the BBQ. They caramelize on the outside and are juicy on the inside. My kids LOVE them. Very, very EASY!!!!