Carnivore Diet Chronicles: Can You Marinate Your Meat?

Hey, friends and fellow food experimenters! So, I've been traversing the meaty plains of the carnivore diet, and I must say, it's been an adventure. But I've hit a bump on the road that left me scratching my head - marinating meats.

You see, I used to be a Worcester-sauce-and-go kinda guy. My steaks, roasts, you name it, they'd all get a splash of the stuff and be left to sit a while. But as I started on the carnivore journey, I began to wonder, can you marinate meat on the carnivore diet? I mean, we all know the sugary sauces on supermarket shelves are a no-go. So, what's a carnivore to do? Let's dive in.

First, let's talk about why marinating is even a thing. Marinating meat isn't just about adding flavour; it's also about tenderizing the meat. But if we're doing away with the sauces laden with seed oils or sugar, what is left? That, my friends, is the million-dollar question.

Here's where vinegar steps into the spotlight. Vinegar is a fantastic marinade base, and I'm not just saying that because I've been converted to a vinegar believer on this carnivore diet. It has this zingy flavour that gives your meat a real kick. Plus, it's been suggested that vinegar may have a load of health benefits. Who doesn't want their steak served up with a side of good health?

Now, I've heard some whispers in the carnivore community about using olive oil in marinades. I was sceptical too, but hear me out. It seems olive oil might be an okay addition to our carnivore lifestyle. But we're still talking carnivore purist here, so don't go making a Mediterranean feast on your plate just yet.

However, do these alternatives give the same satisfaction as my beloved Worcester sauce? Honestly? No. They're different. But that's not a bad thing. Just think of it as embarking on a new culinary adventure. Who knows, you might find you love these marinades even more.

Health-wise, this carnivore diet journey has been something else. I've found that my bowels are starting to normalize (a polite way of saying I'm pooping better). I still feel sated after every meal and I've noticed I no longer have sugar cravings, which is a win in my book!

Now, does all this marinating business mean we have to say goodbye to our beloved sauces? Not necessarily. There are ways to sauce it up, carnivore diet style. It just takes a little bit of creativity, and a lot of trial and error.

So, to answer the burning question - can you marinate meat on the carnivore diet? Yes, you can. It's just a different kind of marinating, one that's lighter on the sugars and heavy on the adventure. Because if there's one thing I've learned on this carnivore diet journey, it's that dieting isn't about restriction, it's about discovery.

Until next time, keep those grills hot and the meat sizzling!