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Easy Asian Steak Marinade

This easy steak marinade is the key to tenderizing and flavoring a steak that takes only 30 minutes to marinate, making it a favorite for weeknight dinners.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 409 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup ponzu *
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced or pressed
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 ½ to 2 pounds hanger steak (or flap steak or flank steak)

Instructions

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  1. Add the steak to a zippered gallon freezer bag with ¾ cup of the marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge.
  2. Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium high heat with 1 tablespoon of the oil until shimmering.
  3. Take the steak from the bag and pour off the marinade then add the steak to the pan and cook, turning once, until browned on both sides and cooked to medium rare, about 8-12 minutes.
  4. Transfer the steak to a cutting board to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • *Ponzu is a citrus infused soy sauce and is easily found in most grocery stores. Soy sauce with juiced lemon, lime or orange can be used instead.
  • Ponzu is a citrus infused soy sauce and is easily found in most grocery stores. Soy sauce with juiced lemon, lime or orange can be used instead.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 409kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 102mg (34%) Sodium 763mg (32%) Potassium 589mg (17%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 37IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 409

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 409kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 102mg 34%
Sodium 763mg 32%
Potassium 589mg 13%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 37IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.