Steak Marinade

This marinade adds deep flavor while helping tenderize the steak—savory, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced.

⏱ Prep Time

• Prep: 5 minutes

• Marinate: 30 minutes–8 hours

• Serves: 1½–2 lbs steak

🥘 Ingredients

• ⅓ cup soy sauce

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 2 tbsp lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)

• 2 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp dried rosemary (or thyme)

• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl or jar.

2. Place steak in a zip-top bag or dish.

3. Pour marinade over steak, turning to coat.

4. Cover and refrigerate:

   • 30–60 min for tender cuts (ribeye, sirloin)

   • 4–8 hrs for tougher cuts (flank, skirt)

Remove steak from fridge 20 minutes before cooking.

🔥 Cooking Tips

• Pat steak dry before cooking (better sear).

• Don’t over-marinate tender cuts.

• Discard used marinade or boil before using as sauce.

⭐ Variations

• Garlic Butter Style: Add melted butter after cooking

• Spicy: Add chili flakes or sriracha

• Keto: Skip sugar or use monk fruit

• Herb-forward: Add fresh thyme & parsley

• Asian-style: Add ginger & sesame oil

📊 Nutrition (Per serving, marinade only)

• Calories: ~90

• Fat: 8g

• Carbs: 4g

• Protein: 1g