Marinades Explained
Meat behaves like a sponge, primarily saturated with water, which limits the penetration of most marinade components. While salt can migrate into the meat and enhance flavor, other ingredients like oil, sugar, and garlic mainly serve as surface treatments. A practical test reveals that marinating overnight may not yield deeper flavor, as the core of the meat remains largely unaffected by the marinade.In this clip
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