Description
Elevate your grilling experience with this Easy Steak Marinade that transforms even budget-friendly cuts into juicy, restaurant-quality steaks. Ready in just minutes, this marinade features a delightful blend of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and zesty lemon juice, creating a flavor explosion that enhances the natural taste of your meat. Perfect for any occasion—from casual barbecues to special dinners—this versatile marinade can also be used for chicken or pork. With minimal effort and maximum impact, you’ll enjoy tender steaks that impress every time.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- Juice and zest of 2 large lemons
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons dried basil
- 1–1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1–1/2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and all herbs and spices. Whisk until well blended.
- Pour the marinade over your chosen steaks in a resealable bag or dish. Seal and refrigerate for up to 6 hours.
- Preheat your grill to high heat. Remove steaks from the marinade and grill for 4–5 minutes on each side until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the steaks rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (113g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg