
Chefs’ tips #27
The secret is in the marinade
Update your braai repertoire with one of our top marinades. A marinade not only adds flavour but also ensures a tender chicken piece.
Peri-Peri marinade
Enough for 6-8 pieces
- ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) crushed garlic
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) paprika
- 1 tsp (5ml) chilli powder or chilli sauce
- 1 tsp (5ml) ground cumin
- 1 tsp (5ml) salt
- 1 tsp (5ml) black pepper
Chutney and mayo chicken marinade
Enough for 6-8 pieces
- ¼ cup (60ml) fruit chutney
- ¼ cup (60ml) mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) soya sauce or Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5ml) garlic powder or fresh crushed garlic
- ½ tsp (2,5ml) black pepper
BBQ marinade
Enough for 6-8 pieces
- ¼ cup (60ml) tomato sauce
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) vinegar
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) brown sugar
- 1 tsp (5ml) smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- ½ tsp (2,5ml) chilli flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 tsp (5ml) salt