AIP Friendly Coconut Aminos Marinade
Marinades are one of those places where soy sauce and other off-limits ingredients tend to sneak in, making it genuinely tricky to find something bold and protocol-friendly at the same time. This one solves that problem beautifully. Coconut aminos bring that deep, savory-sweet base you'd expect from a classic marinade, while apple cider vinegar adds brightness and fresh ginger and turmeric layer in warmth and anti-inflammatory goodness. A touch of honey rounds everything out so the finished result tastes complex, not like a compromise. The technique of reserving a couple tablespoons before the protein goes in is a smart move — you get a clean finishing glaze or dipping sauce without any cross-contamination concerns. It works on whatever protein you're rotating through, and the 30-minute minimum means weeknight dinners are absolutely in play. Makes enough for four servings, so it's easy to scale up when you're meal prepping for the week.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp honey
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; the ~3/4 teaspoon per serving here likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic, ginger, turmeric, honey, and salt in a small bowl and whisk until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform.
- 2
Stir in the cilantro, if using.
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