Steak Marinade
This Steak Marinade is the perfect blend of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors that tenderize and enhance any cut of beef. Made with pantry staples like soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, and a touch of acidity, it creates juicy, flavorful steak every time—great for grilling, broiling, or pan-searing.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or thyme optional
Instructions
- Mix the marinade: In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, garlic, mustard, and seasonings until well combined.
- Marinate the steak: Place steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the meat, making sure it's fully coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 8 hours.
- Grill or cook as desired: Remove steak from marinade and discard excess. Cook using your preferred method—grill, pan-sear, or broil—until desired doneness is reached.
- Rest and serve: Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices. Serve hot.
Notes
- Ideal for ribeye, sirloin, flank, skirt, or New York strip.
- Do not reuse marinade as a sauce unless you boil it first.
- For a smoky flavor, add ½ teaspoon smoked paprika.
- Can be doubled or stored in the fridge for up to 1 week