Best Steak Marinade
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. soy or Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Dijon or whole-grain mustard
- 1 Tbsp. honey, granulated sugar, or brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh green herbs (such as thyme, basil, rosemary, and/or oregano), or 2 tsp. dried green herbs
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 2 lb. steak, trimmed if needed
Directions
Combine steak marinade ingredients:
- Add all ingredients except for the steak to a glass, ceramic, or other flat, non-metallic baking dish that’s large enough to fit the meat.
- Whisk to combine.
- Alternatively, whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl and pour into a zip-top plastic bag.
Step 2: Add steak:
- Turn to coat.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator, turning once at the halfway point.
How Long To Marinate Steak
- Type of Steak How Long to Marinate
- Tender cuts (porterhouse, T-bone, ribeye, strip, tenderloin) 15 minutes to 1 hour
- Tough cuts (skirt, hangar, flank) Up to 24 hours
Step 3: Take steak out of marinade:
- Remove steak and discard marinade.
Step 4: Cook steak:
- Cook steak to desired doneness.
- Let the meat rest before slicing and serving.
- Serve and enjoy your deliciously marinated steak!
Feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your taste preferences, and don’t forget to pair it with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy your Best Steak Marinade!
