marinar

Marinar is a term that appears in various Romance-language contexts and can refer to different uses depending on the language. In modern cooking, marinar commonly denotes the act of marinating or soaking food in a seasoned liquid to flavor and tenderize the item. The process typically involves combining oil, acids such as vinegar or citrus, herbs, and spices, and immersing meat, fish, or vegetables for a period of time.

Linguistic notes indicate that the exact form and conjugation of marinar vary by language. In Spanish and Portuguese, marinar generally means to marinate. In related languages, related verbs or noun forms may exist, with the noun form often referring to the marinade itself (for example, the mixture used for soaking).

Other uses of marinar are primarily as a surname or as part of place names in regions with Romance-language influence. In English-language contexts, it is uncommon and not widely listed as a standard lexical entry, aside from occasional references to the borrowed verb in culinary texts.

Distinctions from similar terms are noted in common usage. Marinar should not be confused with marinara, a specific tomato-based sauce, or with mariner, a term referring to a sailor or naval context. The similarity in sound can lead to cross-language confusion, but the meanings are distinct and context-dependent.