Marinating steak is a great way to make it tender and tasty. For a juicy result, try switching the usual citrus or vinegar for a splash of milk.

Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic, vinegar, paprika, red pepper flakes and salt. Spatchcock the chicken: Place chicken, breast-side down, on a cutting board.

There's no denying that marinating meat or fish before cooking it can make a major difference in flavor and texture. But if you're new to the world of marinating, you may not know where to start.

More than just a cooking technique, marinating transforms simple ingredients into culinary masterpieces. Always marinate ...

Mix the lemon juice and yogurt into the spice mixture ... Scrape off most of the marinade. If cooking indoors, lay the lamb fatty side-down on a lightly oiled tray large enough to hold the ...

Let wings marinate in the refrigerator at least 12 hours. Make the yogurt mint sauce: Combine all ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth. 30 minutes before cooking, remove wings from ...

Sprinkle them with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of oil to serve. In this recipe, the acid in the lemon and yogurt marinade tenderises and flavours the chicken with time. Makes enough for two.

Ryan Liebe for The New York Times This garlicky, herby chicken is full-flavored and very tender, thanks to its yogurt marinade. Linda Xiao for The New York Times These saffron chicken kababs with ...