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World's Best Steak Marinade

World’s Best Steak Marinade

A flavorful marinade that tenderizes and enhances steak with a blend of soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for grilling or skillet cooking.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course BBQ & Grilling
Cuisine American
Servings 4 pounds of steak
Calories 279 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 11/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 4 pounds of steaks

Instructions
 

  • Mix marinade: Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until combined.
    Marinate steak: Pour over steaks in a resealable bag. Refrigerate for 2–24 hours.
    Cook: Grill or sear in a skillet (3–5 minutes per side for medium-rare).
    Rest: Let steak rest 5 minutes before serving .

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, marinate overnight.
  • Boil used marinade for 5 minutes to repurpose as a sauce.
  • Substitute honey for brown sugar for a sweeter profile.
Keyword World’s Best Steak Marinade