Nothing is better than a juicy steak that has been marinated in a delicious homemade sauce.
It creates the best flavor and helps to tenderize the meat.
Today we will be making a delicious marinade that you can use with your steaks.
This recipe uses the right amount of spices to bring out the flavor in the steak.
The recipe is great for when you cook steak on the stovetop, in the air fryer, or on the grill.
This marinade is:
- Easy To Make
- Full of flavors
- Perfect for steaks
Shopping List
The following ingredients will be needed to make this steak marinade recipe. You will need olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, parsley flakes, cilantro flakes, pepper, and brown sugar. These ingredients work well to bring the flavor out in the steak.
How Long Does It Take To Make
This marinade takes about 5 minutes to make.
How Long To Marinate For
You should marinate the steaks for a minimum of 2 hours. I like to marinate my steaks overnight. It brings out the flavor the longer you let the steaks marinate.
Storing Instructions
The marinade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Can You Freeze The Marinade
Yes, you can freeze the marinade for up to 2 months.
How Do I Know When The Steaks Are Cooked
The best way to tell when the steak is done is to use a thermometer.
Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the steak.
The USDA recommends that steaks be cooked to 145 F. You should let the steaks rest for at least 3 minutes before cutting into them.
Rare- 125 F
Medium Rare- 135 F
Medium- 145 F (Recommended)
Medium Well- 150 F
Well Done- 160 F
How To Make Homemade Steak Marinade
- The first thing you need to do is gather all your ingredients so that you have everything close by.
- In a bowl add all the ingredients olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, parsley flakes, cilantro flakes, pepper, and brown sugar.
- Mix all the ingredients together.
- Place the steaks in a bowl or plastic zip-lock gallon bag.
- Pour the marinade over the steaks.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to overnight.
- If you use plastic bags, I like to flip the marinade once in a while to really get the flavors in there.
- You can do the same thing if you use a bowl just stir the steaks around in the marinade occasionally.
Cooking Steak On The Stovetop
- Heat a pan on high heat. Then add the steaks.
- Cook on each side for 3-4 minutes or until the outside of the steak is brown.
- Flip and finish cooking on the other side until the steaks reach the desired temperature.
Tips
- Marinate the steak for a minimum of 2 hours. The longer you marinate the better as this will enhance the flavors.
- After removing the steaks from the fridge after marinating let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Cold steaks don’t seem to cook evenly.
- Then after cooking the steaks you will want to also let them rest for 3-5 minutes before cutting into them.
- Always start cooking the steaks on high heat. This will ensure the outside will be browned and it will keep in the flavor and juices.
- Use a meat thermometer to check when your steaks are done cooking. You don’t want to overcook the steaks.
What To Serve With Steaks
Top the steaks with butter. The butter melts on top of the steak creating a great flavor.
You can also top the steaks with mushrooms, pesto, or vegetables.
Sides that go well with steak are baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, sauteed mushrooms, asparagus, brussels sprouts, sauteed broccoli, roasted carrots, cauliflower, roasted veggies, and dinner rolls.
Steak Marinade
Ingredients
- 3 Teaspoons Olive Oil
- 1/3 Cup Soy Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1/4 Cup Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 Teaspoons Minced Garlic
- 2 Teaspoons Parsley Flakes
- 2 Teaspoons Cilantro Flakes
- 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
Instructions
- The first thing you need to do is gather all your ingredients so that you have everything close by.
- In a bowl add all the ingredients olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, parsley flakes, cilantro flakes, pepper, and brown sugar.
- Mix all the ingredients together.
- Place the steaks in a bowl or plastic zip-lock gallon bag.
- Pour the marinade over the steaks.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to overnight.
- If you use plastic bags, I like to flip the marinade once in a while to really get the flavors in there.
- You can do the same thing if you use a bowl just stir the steaks around in the marinade occasionally.
Notes
- Marinate the steak for a minimum of 2 hours. The longer you marinate the better as this will enhance the flavors.
- After removing the steaks from the fridge after marinating let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Cold steaks don’t seem to cook evenly.
- Then after cooking the steaks you will want to also let them rest for 3-5 minutes before cutting into them.
- Always start cooking the steaks on high heat. This will ensure the outside will be browned and it will keep in the flavor and juices.
- Use a meat thermometer to check when your steaks are done cooking. You don’t want to overcook the steaks.
