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Steak Marinade

Ultimate Steak Marinade Recipe for Flavorful Grilled Perfection

This steak marinade is the secret to juicy, flavorful grilled steaks that everyone will love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 335

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme)

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all ingredients on the counter for easy access.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, and fresh herbs until smooth.
  3. Taste the marinade and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
  4. Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring full coverage.
  5. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
  6. Remove steak from the fridge about 30 minutes before grilling to come to room temperature.
  7. Preheat your grill on high heat and cook steak for about four minutes per side for medium-rare doneness. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 24g

Notes

Feel free to customize the marinade with different herbs or spices to suit your taste. Store leftover marinade in an airtight container for up to a week.

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