This steak marinade is a cherished family recipe that we have perfected over the past five years. In that short time, it has earned me quite a reputation in our close circle. However, until now, I have kept it a secret.
Why Marinate a Steak?
Marinating steak before cooking serves two key purposes: it tenderizes the meat and enhances its flavor. While high-quality steaks can stand on their own with just the right preparation, budget-friendly cuts benefit greatly from marination. You’ll be amazed at the difference a good marinade can make!
Steak Marinade Ingredients
You’ll need just a few simple ingredients to create a delicious homemade steak marinade—most of which you likely already have in your kitchen:
- Oil: Olive oil is the base of this marinade, ensuring the meat stays juicy and moist.
- Sauces: Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce add depth, while hot sauce (optional) brings a touch of heat.
- Lemon Juice: The acidity cuts through the richness and helps further tenderize the meat.
- Spices & Seasonings: This marinade gets its bold flavor from dried basil, garlic powder, dried parsley flakes, white pepper, and minced garlic.
How to Make Homemade Steak Marinade
Making this marinade is as simple as blending all the ingredients together—no complicated steps required! You’ll find the full, detailed recipe below.
How Long to Marinate a Steak?
The ideal marinating time depends on the cut of steak:
- Thinner cuts (like skirt or flank steak) should marinate for 2-4 hours.
- Tougher cuts (such as top sirloin or sirloin tip) benefit from overnight marination (about 8 hours).
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I don\’t know if this is \“THE BEST\“ steak marinade, but it comes in close. I used this on two pretty large NY stips and it came out great! I cut the olive oil down to 1/4 c. and used all minced garlic, no powders. I used 2 Tbsp. of dried basil and 1 Tbsp. of oregano. I didn\’t have white pepper, so I used 1/2 tsp. of black pepper. I put everything into a ziplock bag and let it marinate all day. Perfect with a baked potato and salad!
SO GOOD! Everyone was quiet as we were eating it and I was annoyed, because I like What-About-Bob reactions. I said, \“I better hear some ooo-ing and ahh-ing if you want me to make this again.\“ Immediately I got the ooo\’s and ahh\’s, along with a \“D@m* good!\“ And my husband said, \“I thought the silence spoke for itself.\“ 😉 Who can talk when this steak has taken over our senses? 😉 LOVE IT!
Made this and marinated the steak for 24 hours by accident. Turned out amazing! Great flavor!! Will definitely use this again and probably try it on some pork or chicken.
Pretasted the marinade and can\’t wait for the results. Has anyone tried making extra and using the remaining marinade to server as a pour over at the table?
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