For more than fifty years, Alabamians have enjoyed the flavor of steak soaked in a very distinctive soy marinade. In fact, many of the soy-based steak marinades on the market today originated in Alabama. What began as a seasoning for steak has turned into an all-purpose marinade that tastes great on chicken, pork, and vegetables. Keep in mind when making recipes with soy sauce as an ingredient that your results will vary greatly depending on which brand of sauce you use. Their flavor profiles differ significantly. I like La Choy soy sauce for use in marinades, although I switch to Kikkoman when only a splash is necessary. In recipes like this one, the soy sauce you choose will determine whether your food is edible or disposable!

Ingredients

　　1 1/2 cups soy sauce

　　2 teaspoons garlic powder

　　2 teaspoons onion powder

　　2 teaspoons ground ginger

　　2 teaspoons paprika

　　2 teaspoons sugar

　　2 teaspoons MSG (optional)

　　In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well. Transfer to a tightly sealed jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

　　Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book by Chris Lilly. Copyright © 2009 by Chris Lilly. Published by Crown Publishing Group. All Rights Reserved.Vice president, executive chef, and partner of Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, Chris Lilly oversees the two company-owned restaurants as well as their new chain of franchises.