The Ultimate Steak Marinade
The Ultimate Steak Marinade
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lemon, juice of 1 large
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons white pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce, optional
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds steak, any cut, such as sirloin
Instructions
- 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, white pepper, dried parsley, and hot sauce (if using).
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Whisk all the marinade ingredients thoroughly until well combined and emulsified.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Place your desired cut of steak into a clean, non-reactive bowl or a large resealable plastic bag.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Pour the prepared marinade over the steak, ensuring the entire surface of the steak is coated.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Using your hands, gently massage the marinade into the steak for about 1-2 minutes to ensure even coating and to help the flavors penetrate the meat.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
If using a bowl, cover it tightly with plastic wrap. If using a resealable bag, press out as much air as possible before sealing. Place the marinated steak in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or preferably 4-6 hours, for best flavor. For thicker cuts, you can marinate overnight (up to 12 hours).
⏱️ 120 min
- 7
When ready to cook, remove the steak from the marinade and discard any excess marinade. Allow the steak to come to room temperature for about 20-30 minutes before cooking for more even results.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Cook the steak using your preferred method (grilling, pan-searing, broiling) to your desired doneness. For grilling, preheat your grill to high heat. Sear the steak for 2-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping once to achieve good grill marks.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
The Ultimate Steak Marinade
For the Marinade
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lemon, juice of 1 large
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons white pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce, optional
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds steak, any cut, such as sirloin
Instructions
- 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, white pepper, dried parsley, and hot sauce (if using).
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Whisk all the marinade ingredients thoroughly until well combined and emulsified.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Place your desired cut of steak into a clean, non-reactive bowl or a large resealable plastic bag.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Pour the prepared marinade over the steak, ensuring the entire surface of the steak is coated.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Using your hands, gently massage the marinade into the steak for about 1-2 minutes to ensure even coating and to help the flavors penetrate the meat.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
If using a bowl, cover it tightly with plastic wrap. If using a resealable bag, press out as much air as possible before sealing. Place the marinated steak in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or preferably 4-6 hours, for best flavor. For thicker cuts, you can marinate overnight (up to 12 hours).
⏱️ 120 min - 7
When ready to cook, remove the steak from the marinade and discard any excess marinade. Allow the steak to come to room temperature for about 20-30 minutes before cooking for more even results.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Cook the steak using your preferred method (grilling, pan-searing, broiling) to your desired doneness. For grilling, preheat your grill to high heat. Sear the steak for 2-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping once to achieve good grill marks.