Answer: marinates

AnswerCrossword Clue
MARINATESSoaks in sauce
MARINATESMakes less tough, in a way
MARINATESPickles, as fish.
MARINATESSteeps in oil and vinegar.
MARINATESSeasons, as meat
MARINATESSteeps in a liquid with herbs and spices
marinatesMARINATE, to soak in seasoned liquid before cooking, also MARINADE
marinatesSoak (meat, fish, or other food) in a marinade
marinates(of food) Undergo such a process