The Scrumptious: Recipe for Steak Marinade

Sometimes you really want to satisfy your taste buds with a deep enchanting flavor. Here is the recipe for steak marinade for you which has all the traits of a healthful and flavorful meal. This recipe for steak marinade is a part of luxury cuisine. We love to serve these types of items in formal gatherings and feasts. But this recipe is so simple and easy to make that it is one of the  best choices for busy weeknight dinners. 

Steak Marinade: a Suitable Match with other Servings 

Those who prefer non veg options even love this recipe. You know why? Because this has not only the unique enticing taste but it also goes wonderfully well with a number of servings. This matching of steak marinade with other options enhances its value. 

Open to Multiple Cooking Styles 

Another interesting yet lovely quality of steak marinade is the way it is cooked. The recipe under consideration is in the grilled form but you must try the same steak marinade in barbeque, in frying, in roasting either by baking or frying. Each style poses a greater challenge to the other. You don’t get tired of trying it in all the ways. 

Dry vs Juicy Steak Marinade 

It’s been a long time since I was in my early teens, I visited a dinner party at my Aunt’s. She served a steak item there. It was a dry and tough thing with exaggerated spices. Since then I had been of the opinion that steaks are always dull. But to my grateful surprise, I was sitting at my friend’s when this concept and impression of mine categorically changed. My friend’s mom is a fantastic cook. She made a special steak marinade for lunch that day. 

After tasting that steak I fell in love with it. I inquired about the secret tips from my friend’s mom to make a juicy and tender yet a moreish steak marinade. Now this is my signature recipe. 

Let’s dive into the aromatic fantasy of our recipe for steak marinade. 

Ingredients’ Notes 

• Italian Seasoning

Italian seasoning includes basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, fennel seeds and marjoram all in dried powdered form. But there are a number of variations which you can make in order to customize the seasoning according to your taste. Branded and packaged Italian seasoning is also a very good option. Still you want to try it by yourself, then try this italian-seasoning recipe. 

• Soy Sauce 

Soy sauce is a commonly praised ingredient used in marination. It adds a distinctive savory flavor to the steak. 

• Lemon Juice 

Lemon juice helps in tenderizing the meat. Its acid breaks down the tough fibers of the meat. Resultantly, the steak felt more juicy and softer. 

• Olive Oil 

The addition of olive oil in marination seals the juices and they penetrate deep into the steak. 

• Worcestershire Sauce 

It is essential for creating the typical umami flavor, same as of monosodium glutamate. Umami is a mixture of sour, salty, sweet and bitter tastes. It goes really well in marinades and deepens the flavor in meat. 

• Garlic 

I prefer minced garlic as it is fresher and gives instant organic delicious taste. But garlic powder is also an ok option. 

• Salt and Pepper 

Meaty and savory foods have no value without salt and pepper. We are using both black pepper powder and red chili powder. If you want a more spicy taste then also add a bit of ground black pepper and red chili flakes. 

• Steak 

The base of the steak marinade is this beef. The choice of meat is always a free option for you. The same marinade can be used in chicken steak, turkey and beef. Select the cut which has softer fibers and the thickness should not be more than 1.5 inch. I recommend rib eye or New York. 

• Butter 

Butter is the best option to cook the steak marinade with. It gives a more indigenous aroma and taste. Otherwise regular cooking oils can also work. 

• Parsley 

The fresh green color of parsley nails the presentation of steak marinade. Moreover it gives a vivid aroma when mixed with the smoke of the steak. 

Ingredients with Quantities 

• Steak 2 pounds 
• Butter 2 tbsp 
• Fresh Parsley (chopped) for garnishing 
• Ingredients for Marinade 
• Soy Sauce ⅓  cup 
• Worcestershire Sauce ⅓ cup
• Lemon Juice ½ cup 
• Olive Oil ½ cup 
• Garlic (minced)  2 tbsp 
• Italian Seasoning 2 tbsp 
• Black Pepper (ground) 1 tsp 
• Red Chilli Flakes ½ tsp 
• Salt ½ tsp 
• Zip Lock Bag (polythene) 1 bag

Instructions 

• Buy the steak cut of the beef from a meat shop. You may also make the steaks thinner. Ideal thickness is 1.5 inch. 
• Place the steaks in a broad tray. 
• Pound them with a sharp fork so that the pores absorb the marinade well. Pound from both the sides. 
• Mix all the ingredients of the marinade in a bowl. 
• Whisk them well as there are powdered ingredients and sauces both. 
• Put the steaks and the marinade in a zip lock bag. 
• Press the bag from the sides with your hands in a way to mix the spices with the steaks. 
• If you don’t have a bag then you may do this mixing in a bowl also. 
• Place the bag in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Overnight marination is an ideal time span. 
• For cooking, open the bag, take out the steaks from the bag. 
• Heat the grilling pan on the stove till it is right hot (not burning). 
• Grease the pan with a bit of butter and put the steaks in the pan. 
• Keep the flame medium throughout. 
• Let each side of the steak stay on the grilling pan for about 5-7 minutes. 
• Then change the side and cook for 5-7 minutes. 
• We shall do this flipping for 3 times which means grilling each side twice.
• When you see that the steak marinade is fully done and adopts the vibrant brown color then remove the steaks from the pan. 
• Place the steaks in a tray and cut the pieces in the desired shape. 
• Butter the pieces with a brush. You may pour more butter if you want a more dribbly and indigenous taste. 
• Set the steaks in the serving dish and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on the top. 
• Here it is. Get ready to receive the admiration around the table from your family and guests. 

Serving Options and Presentation 

Recipe for steak marinade is easy to serve with a lot of other options. Though it is a complete meal in itself, still its combination with certain other dishes adorns its presence to another level. You may confidently serve it with: 

• Vegetable Salad 
• Cumin Rice 
• Creamy Fettuccine 
• Vegetable pasta 

Troubleshooting  

There are some dishes which have their own specific attitude. They demand an extra protocol in their preparation and cooking. But believe me they value your protocol and come out superb if made with care. Steak marinade is a true example of it. Be cautious regarding certain points and there will be no mess like: 

• Don’t compromise on the marination time. It must not be less than 2 hours. Overnight is an ideal span. 
• Steak marinade gets fully tender and cooked if you follow the given time and heat instructions. When you cut the steak before serving it looks pink inside. It’s not raw or uncooked. So don’t bother about it and dont try to overcook it. 
• If you feel that steak needs some more cooking, you may grill it for a further 2 minutes. Not more than that. 
• Avoid overcooking as this is the biggest reason in making the steak marinade tough and dull. 
•  Always brush the steak with butter at the end. It gives an extra shine to it and feels more juicy. 
• Serve the steak marinade smoky hot. Its searing heat enhances the romance of this meal. 

Conclusion 

Steak marinade is one of the highly loved dishes. And it deserves this praise because it is not only high in nutrition but also supreme in flavor. It is a perfect choice for formal meetups and routine dinners. Its elite status makes your take richer and your menu more exuberant. You may try another of our star recipe steak-alfredo .

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