Steak Marinade (Printable)
Savory marinade that tenderizes steak with soy, balsamic, garlic and herbs; great for grilling or pan-searing.
# What goes in:
→ Base
01 - 1/2 cup soy sauce
02 - 1/4 cup olive oil
03 - 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
04 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
05 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Aromatics and Flavorings
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
08 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
11 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice until fully blended.
02 - Add minced garlic, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, black pepper, rosemary, and onion powder to the bowl. Whisk again to thoroughly combine all components.
03 - Arrange steaks in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over steaks, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
04 - Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours and up to 24 hours for optimal flavor and tenderness. Turn steaks periodically if possible.
05 - Remove steaks from marinade, lightly pat dry with paper towels, and discard used marinade. Proceed to grill, pan-sear, or broil to preferred doneness.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This marinade sneaks deep into every bite and leaves the steak melt-in-your-mouth tender: try sneaking just a taste and you'll know.
- It’s the kind of recipe that works with any cut of steak—no need to fuss over finding something fancy to get restaurant-level flavor at home.
02 -
- Leaving the steaks in the marinade for less than two hours won’t do them justice; patience pays off in flavor.
- I once forgot to dry my steaks before cooking and ended up steaming instead of searing—keep them dry for a perfect crust.
03 -
- Save a little extra marinade (before adding meat) to brush on near the end of cooking for an extra punch of flavor.
- Using a resealable bag makes it easy to turn and massage the steaks so every surface gets attention.