This ultimate steak marinade infuses rich umami, garlicky depth, and smoky sweetness into your steak, making every bite tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for grilling, pan-searing, or oven-roasting!
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
⏳ Marinate Time: 2-24 hours
⏱ Total Time: Varies
🍽 Servings: Marinates 2-3 steaks
🛒 Ingredients
- 🛢 ¼ cup olive oil
- 🥫 ¼ cup soy sauce
- 🥄 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 🍯 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (for depth)
- 🍯 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (for caramelization)
- 🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 1 tsp dried oregano
- 🌿 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme
- 🌶️ 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for smoky flavor)
- 🥄 ½ tsp black pepper
- 🥄 ½ tsp salt (adjust as needed)
- 🍋 Juice of ½ lemon (for tenderizing)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the Marinade:
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, herbs, and spices.
2️⃣ Marinate the Steak:
Place steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over it, ensuring full coverage.
3️⃣ Chill & Marinate:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 24 hours for max flavor).
4️⃣ Cook to Perfection:
- Grill: Cook over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Pan-Sear: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat, add butter, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side.
- Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, depending on thickness.
5️⃣ Rest & Serve:
Let steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing for juicy results!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Rich, deep flavors with umami goodness!
✔️ Makes steak incredibly juicy & tender!
✔️ Versatile—works on all cuts of beef!
✔️ Perfect for grilling, pan-frying, or baking!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ For extra tenderness, marinate overnight!
✅ Use fresh herbs for an even more aromatic flavor.
✅ Try this on chicken, or veggies!
Enjoy your World’s Best Ever Steak Marinade—juicy, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible! 🥩🔥 Let me know if you need more steak recipes! 😊