Best Steak Marinade
Experience the best with this versatile marinade that's perfect for steak, pork, and lamb. Infused with the refreshing flavors of citrus, it tenderizes the meat and brings out its natural flavors. Whether you prefer a quick soak of 2 hours or a long overnight marinade, the best steak marinade recipe is sure to elevate your cooking game!
INGREDIENTS
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup olive or coconut oil
1/3 cup citrus juice- lemon, lime, or orange
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves of garlic- finely chopped
3 Tbs dried basil
1 tsp ground pepper
a dash of hot pepper flakes if you like
Method
Combine all the ingredients, pour over the meat of your choice, and massage it gently. Cover with a non-reactive (no tin foil) top. You can sit for 2 hours on the counter or in the fridge overnight.
Here’s a tip for using with Flank Steak:
Scoring the outside of a flank steak can help prevent it from curling when grilling and let the marinade get into the meat. Here's how to do it:
Place the Flank Steak on a Cutting Board: Lay the flank steak flat on a cutting board with the grain running horizontally.
Use a Sharp Knife: Use a sharp knife to make shallow cuts or scores across the surface of the steak. Make the cuts about 1/4 inch deep and spaced about 1 inch apart.
Cut Against the Grain: Ensure that you cut against the grain of the meat. This means cutting perpendicular to the direction of the muscle fibers.
Score Both Sides: Flip the flank steak over and repeat the scoring process on the other side. This will help prevent the steak from curling as it cooks.
Massage the Scores: After scoring both sides, gently massage the steak to help the cuts open up slightly. This will further prevent the steak from curling during cooking.
By scoring the outside of the flank steak in this manner, you create small incisions that allow the meat to relax and expand evenly as it cooks, reducing the likelihood of curling.