marinade

Definition

A seasoned, often acidic liquid mixture in which food is marinated, or soaked, usually to flavor and prepare it for cooking.

Etymology

Borrowed from French marinade.

Example Sentences

• "I like to use a lemon marinade with chicken."
• "How much marinade you need depends on the amount of food to be marinated."
• "First, marinate the tofu. In a bowl, whisk the kecap manis, chilli sauce, and sesame oil together. Cut the tofu into strips about 1cm thick, mix gently (so it doesn't break) with the marinade and leave in the fridge for half an hour."