Any downside to pre making marinade and then putting it in the fridge?

I was just wondering, is there any downside to making a marinade and then storing it in the fridge before it's used?

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No, for most marinades, there should be no reason you cannot make them in advance and refrigerate. It may even allow some improvements as flavors from any herbs or spices infuse into the liquid.

You just want to practice good food safety, which means putting it in the refrigerator as soon as it is made.

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Quick Answer about "Any downside to pre making marinade and then putting it in the fridge?"

No, for most marinades, there should be no reason you cannot make them in advance and refrigerate. It may even allow some improvements as flavors from any herbs or spices infuse into the liquid. You just want to practice good food safety, which means putting it in the refrigerator as soon as it is made.

Can you pre make a marinade ahead of time?

Pour the marinade into a gallon-size zip-top freezer bag, add the meat and zip the bag shut, squeezing out as much air as possible. Massage the bag briefly to distribute the marinade evenly over the meat. Marinate at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

How far in advance can I make a marinade?

Most recipes for marinating meat and poultry recommend six hours up to 24 hours. It is safe to keep the food in the marinade longer, but after two days it is possible that the marinade can start to break down the fibers of the meat, causing it to become mushy.

Can you refrigerate marinade?

Let the fridge be your friend. Make sure the container of marinating food is fully covered. Place it on the bottom shelf in the refrigerator (at or below 40\xb0F), not on the kitchen counter.

How do you store homemade marinade?

How to store homemade marinades. If you want to pre-make these marinades, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for at least a week. The BBQ, Teriyaki and Classic marinades will last longer as they don't have fresh herbs in them. Alternatively, they can be made and frozen for up to a year.

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