Best Steak Marinade In Existence

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🥩 Best Steak Marinade In Existence

Rich • Tangy • Garlicky • Perfectly Balanced

⏱ Marinade Time: 30 min–8 hrs

👥 Enough for 2–3 lbs (1–1.5 kg) steak

⭐ Difficulty: Super Easy

🌟 Ingredients (Complete)

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons dried basil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper (or black pepper)
  • Optional but amazing:
    • 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar (helps caramelize)
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
    • Red chili flakes for heat
    • Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs

🥣 Instructions

1. Make the Marinade

  1. In a bowl or jar, whisk together:
    • Soy sauce
    • Olive oil
    • Lemon juice
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • Garlic
    • Basil
    • Parsley
    • Pepper
    • (Plus any optional add-ins you like)
  2. Mix until fully combined and emulsified.

2. Marinade the Steak

  1. Place your steak (ribeye, sirloin, flank, skirt, New York strip—anything!) in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish.
  2. Pour the marinade over the steak, making sure it’s fully coated.
  3. Seal and refrigerate:

⏱ Recommended Times

  • Minimum: 30 minutes
  • Best: 2–4 hours
  • Maximum: 8 hours (don’t go longer—lemon & soy will break down the meat too much)

3. Cook the Steak

  1. Remove steak from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature 10–15 minutes.
  2. Pat dry lightly for better browning.
  3. Cook by grilling, pan-searing, or broiling until it reaches your desired doneness.

Internal Temperature Guide

  • Rare: 125°F (52°C)
  • Medium rare: 135°F (57°C)
  • Medium: 145°F (63°C)
  • Medium well: 155°F (68°C)

4. Rest & Serve

  1. Let the steak rest 5–10 minutes to keep it juicy.
  2. Slice and enjoy with potatoes, salad, rice, or grilled veggies.

⭐ Tips for the BEST Steak

  • Soy + lemon + Worcestershire = magical flavor combo
  • Olive oil keeps it juicy
  • Brown sugar helps create steakhouse-style crust
  • Don’t reuse leftover marinade unless boiled for 3 minutes

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