This classic 3-day process can be shortened, but if possible, give it the full time. The results are worth it.
This marinade is for approximately 4-5 pounds of meat.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of Greek oregano (dried)
- 2 bay leaves, crushed
- sea salt
- cracked peppercorns
- Marinade Addition #1
- 1 cup of green bell peppers, chopped
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 4 ounces of tomato puree
- Marinade Addition #2
- 1/4 cup of sweet red wine
- 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
Preparation:
Day One: Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl and pour over meat and stir well to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Day Two: Add the ingredients in marinade addition #1, stir well, cover, and refrigerate overnight. (This can be reduced to several hours.)
Day Three: Add the ingredients in marinade addition #2, stir well, cover, and refrigerate overnight. (This can be reduced to several hours.)
Day Four: Cook as per recipe instructions.