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Steak Marinade

This easy steak marinade adds bold flavor to your meat, making your steak night feel special with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice bottled works too
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional but recommended
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Pour the marinade into a zip-top bag or a shallow dish.
  3. Add your steak, coat it well, then cover and refrigerate.
Grilling
  1. Take the steak out of the fridge about 20 to 30 minutes before grilling.
  2. Pat the steak dry with paper towels before placing it on the grill.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Place the steak on the grill and cook without flipping until it's time to turn.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to check for desired doneness: Rare (125°F), Medium rare (130-135°F), Medium (140-145°F).
  6. Let the steak rest for 5 to 10 minutes after grilling before slicing.

Notes

Do not reuse marinade that had raw meat unless boiled first. If needed, set aside some marinade before adding steak for use as a sauce. This marinade can also be used for chicken or shrimp, adjusting marinating times accordingly.