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Best Steak Marinade
4.9 from 201 votes

Best Steak Marinade

This steak marinade blends balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, black pepper, and optional rosemary. It tenderizes and flavors steaks, ready for grilling to preferred doneness with a balanced tangy, savory, and slightly sweet profile.

Prep Time
5 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 3 garlic minced (1 Tbsp, cloves
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tsp rosemary optional, dried
  • 4 (8 oz) steak

Instructions

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  1. In a mixing bowl whisk together balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, garlic, pepper and rosemary until well blended.
  2. Place steak in a gallon size resealable bag, place steak in gallon size resealable bag. Pour marinade over steaks, seal bag while pressing out excess air. Transfer to refrigerator and let marinate at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
  3. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Remove steaks from marinade and grill to desired doneness*. Let rest off heat 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Reduce balsamic vinegar to 2 tablespoons if you prefer less acidity.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure steaks reach at least 145°F internally for food safety.
  • New York strip steak is recommended, but rib eye, top sirloin, flank, or skirt steak also work well.