Spicy Steak Marinade
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This slightly tangy Spicy Steak Marinade infuses beef with a delicious blend of herbs and spices. You’ll make steaks that are incredibly flavorful with a bit of heat for good measure. A simple spice blend to make home-cooked steaks taste like a steakhouse!
This Spicy Steak Marinade recipe is one of our favorite ways to grill steak to serve with a few simple sides at home.
There is some debate on marinading steak. Half of those who debate these things argue against it. They see no reason for it. Die-hard marinating fans wouldn’t consider cooking a steak without it.
I’m not jumping into that fray.
But here’s what I know.
Why should I marinade steak?
This Spicy Steak Marinade brings a tremendous amount of flavor to steaks. Period.
It elevates the common home-cooked steak to favorite steakhouse status.
When you see the wide-eyed enjoyment of those gathered around your table… you’ll know. Marinading a steak… is definitely worth it.
My tasty experiment of finding the perfect steak marinade ended with one glance at my 20-year-old son’s face as took his first bite. Done and good.
This steak marinade recipe will live on beef grilled at our house… every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
I like to marinate steaks for a minimum of 2 hours, but up to overnight. I wouldn’t marinate the steak for longer than 24 hours.
Certified Angus Beef has put together a great guide for cooking steaks and burgers. I like to test for doneness using a meat thermometer or instant-read thermometer.
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Steak Marinade Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 pound steaks
- 2 tablespoons butter
- fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, dried basil, paprika, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes.
- Add the steaks to a baking pan with an air-tight top, or a bowl. Pour the marinade over the steaks and seal. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours to overnight.
- Cook the Steaks: Turn the skillet to high heat and add the steaks. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes or until the outside is nicely browned with a crust. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook to the desired temperature.
- Top the steaks with butter and garnish with fresh parsley.
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