🥩🔥 Best Steak Marinade in Existence
This bold, savory marinade makes your steak unbelievably juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. It works perfectly for ribeye, sirloin, strip steak, or flank steak.
🛒 Ingredients (for 2–3 lbs steak)
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
â…“ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar (or honey)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or thyme)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
🥣 Instructions
Mix the Marinade
In a bowl, whisk together all ingredients until well combined.
Marinate the Steak
Place steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish.
Pour marinade over the steak, making sure it’s fully coated.
Refrigerate
Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably 8–12 hours for maximum flavor.
(Avoid more than 24 hours — the acid can start breaking down the meat too much.)
Cook to Perfection
Remove steak from marinade and let sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.
Grill or pan-sear over high heat until desired doneness:
Rare: 120–125°F
Medium Rare: 130–135°F
Medium: 140–145°F
Rest & Serve
Let steak rest 5–10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
🔥 Pro Tips
Pat steak dry before cooking for a perfect crust.
Add a tablespoon of butter while resting for extra richness.
Great for grilling, cast iron, or broiling.
If you’d like, I can also give you a sweet & smoky version or a garlic herb butter steak pairing to go with it!
