Transform your vegan dishes with these marinades
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African marinades are a great way to add flavor and nutrition to your vegan meals. These marinades use a variety of herbs, spices, and plant-based ingredients to create a delicious taste that can make even the most boring of meals exciting. By adding these marinades to your cooking, you can enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal without any animal products. Here are some African marinades that can take your vegan meals to the next level.
Citrus twist
Zesty citrus and herb marinade
A zesty citrus and herb marinade is made with lemon juice, lime juice, garlic, and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. This combination adds a refreshing tanginess to vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers. The acidity of the citrus helps tenderize the vegetables while enhancing their natural flavors. This marinade is perfect for grilling or roasting.
Peanut heat
Spicy peanut sauce marinade
Spicy peanut sauce is made with peanut butter, chili paste, soy sauce, ginger, and lime juice. This creamy yet spicy marinade goes well with tofu or tempeh. The peanuts add protein while the chili paste gives it a kick of heat. Marinating tofu in this sauce before cooking gives it a rich flavor that pairs well with rice or quinoa.
Paprika flair
Smoky paprika marinade
Smoky paprika marinade has smoked paprika, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and vinegar. This smoky-flavored marinade is perfect for marinating mushrooms or eggplants before grilling them. The smoked paprika gives depth to the dish without overpowering other flavors. It is ideal for adding an earthy note to your vegan meals.
Tamarind tang
Tangy tamarind marinade
Tamarind paste mixed with water forms a tangy base when combined with sugar and spices like cumin and coriander powder. This mixture creates an amazing tangy tamarind marinade ideal for marinating cauliflower florets or chickpeas before baking them into crispy treats full of flavor without losing nutrients from the veggies themselves!