Description
Elevate your grilling experience with this easy steak marinade that infuses flavor and tenderness into every bite. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create juicy, mouthwatering steaks that will impress at any barbecue or family dinner. Ideal for ribeye or sirloin cuts, this marinade is your secret weapon for perfect grilled steaks that leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, brown sugar, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place your chosen steak cuts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for maximum flavor).
- Preheat your grill to high heat (about 450°F).
- Remove steaks from marinade (discard marinade) and grill for about 4-6 minutes per side based on thickness and desired doneness.
- Transfer cooked steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg