Description
Elevate your dining experience at home with this quick and easy steak marinade recipe that enhances the natural richness of the steak.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary or thyme
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Optional: ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon chili flakes, squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, honey, rosemary, black pepper, and sea salt to create the marinade.
- Place your chosen steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over, ensuring even coverage.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Remove the steak from the fridge and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Pat the steak dry, season lightly with sea salt, and cook on a hot grill or skillet for 3 to 5 minutes on each side for juicy medium-rare doneness.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
Notes
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor; use an instant-read thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.