Quick Steak Marinade – Tender & Juicy!
This quick steak marinade makes strip steak tender and juicy with savory umami from Worcestershire and soy, bright balsamic, and garlicky Dijon. Marinate for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight and grill for a fast weeknight main that feeds 4.
Equipment
- bowl
- whisk
- fork
- zip-top bag or airtight container
- grill
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 lbs strip steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves garlic pressed
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 4 cloves pressed garlic.
- Pierce the steaks all over with a fork, place them in a zip-top bag or airtight container, pour the marinade over the steaks, squeeze out excess air and seal. Let marinate for 30 minutes up to overnight; marinating at least 2 hours will produce the best flavor.
- Heat the grill to medium-high. Once hot, place the steaks on the grill and cook 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the steaks from the grill and let rest 5 minutes.
Notes
You can use other cuts of steak such as ribeye, t-bone, or sirloin with this marinade.
Marinade can be used to cook steak on the stovetop or oven, however the cooking time may change.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or in the freezer for up to a month.