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    Home » Recipes » Grilling » Grilled Steak Marinade

    Published: Jun 8, 2020 · Modified: Sep 22, 2022 by Jessica Robinson · This post may contain affiliate links

    Grilled Steak Marinade

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    NY strip steak in oval baking dish, pouring marinade over in a glass measuring cup

    Get ready for the BEST Steak Marinade ever!  This easy grilling marinade is perfect for grilling the juiciest and the most flavorful steak.

    grilled steak in ceramic baking dish with long tongs.

    This marinade for steak is a blend of apple cider vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, whiskey, a spoonful of Better Than Bouillon, minced garlic, and spices.

    steak marinade being poured over a ribeye steak in an oval ceramic baking dish.

    Have you ever used Better Than Bouillon? I’ve been using it for several years now and low the convenience of it. Not unwrapping all those little bouillon cubes!

    jar of better than bouillon with spoon.
    steak marinade in a glass measuring cup being poured over a steak.
    How long can steak be marinated?

    I recommend marinating your steak for a minimum of 2 hours. But if you can, it’s really best to marinate your steak for at least 6-8 hours.

    That way the flavors can really soak into the steak. You can leave your steak in the marinade for up to 24 hours. Always marinade in the refrigerator.

    For more great summer grilling recipes be sure and try Sweet Chili Chicken Marinade, Whiskey Steak Marinade, Grilled Pork Chops, and Barbecue Ribs Recipe.

    This marinade recipe works well with many cuts of beef, including flank steak, T-bone, New York strip, ribeye, sirloin, and filet Mignon.

    steak marinade for grilled steak in glass measuring cup being poured over NY strip steak in ceramic baking dish.
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    Steak Temperatures

    The most accurate way to gauge if your steak is done is to use a meat thermometer or a digital thermometer. Insert your thermometer into the thickest part of your meat to determine whether the steak is at your preferred level of doneness.

    • Medium Rare: 135 degrees F
    • Medium: 145 degrees F
    • Medium Well: 150 degrees F

    For more information about cooking steak perfectly Internal Temperatures of Steak.

    Keep in mind, steaks should rest before slicing for about 5 minutes. It’s best to take the steaks off the grill a little before they are done, as they will continue to cook as they rest.

    juicy steak on gas grill with browned grill marks.

    I love how simple it is to create this easy steak marinade. And who doesn’t love a quick and delicious meal! Plan ahead, and marinade your steak the night before. You can even thaw your steaks in the marinade. Now, how easy was that?! I love grilling outdoors so there is so much less clean up for dinner!

    grilled steak in a ceramic dish.

    For more great marinade recipes be sure and try Grilled Chicken Marinade, Blood Orange Chicken, and Maple Whiskey Chicken.

    grilled steak in ceramic dish

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    5 from 3 votes
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    BEST Steak Marinade

    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time12 mins
    This easy steak marinade is perfect for grilling the juiciest and the most flavorful steak.


    Course: dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 442kcal
    Author: Jessica Robinson

    Ingredients

    • 4 Ribeye steaks or NY Strip steaks

    Steak Marinade

    • 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Beef base
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup whiskey or bourbon
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • salt and black pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Combine the brown sugar, whiskey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Better Than Bouillon, onion powder, garlic powder, rosemary, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large glass measuring cup. Stir with a spoon to combine.
    • Place the steaks in a large zip-style freezer gallon bag and pour the marinade over steaks. Refrigerate for 4 to 24 hours. When ready to cook, allow the steaks to come to room temperature while preparing the grill.
    • Grill the steaks on medium-high heat for about 6 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness is reached. Transfer the steaks to a plate or half sheet pan lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Cover with aluminum foil to keep warm and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
    • Slice on a cutting board. Serve the steak over a fresh garden salad, or serve with seasonal vegetables, and mashed potatoes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 434mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 42IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Comments

    1. Lori Aiello says

      January 24, 2023 at 1:09 pm

      instead of grilling the steak what are other best alternatives to cook the steak?

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        January 24, 2023 at 3:16 pm

        You can cook in a cast iron skillet or cast iron grill pan.

        Reply
    2. Art Valeriano says

      February 13, 2021 at 11:50 am

      Somehow my whiskey has disappeared during the pandemic! Hmmmm? I only had tequila on hand so I’m crossing my fingers. I’ll let you know after Valentines Day.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        February 13, 2021 at 12:01 pm

        Whiskey or even wine works. Glad you stopped by!

        Reply
    3. Amanda Smith says

      October 19, 2020 at 6:03 pm

      Can you recommend a substitution if we don’t keep any alcohol in the house? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        October 19, 2020 at 8:16 pm

        Hi Amanda!
        You can substitute something like apple cider or orange juice for the alcohol if you need/want! Please let me know how it turns out!

        Reply
    4. Cindy says

      October 14, 2020 at 9:20 pm

      What if I don’t have whiskey or burbon and prefer not to use it?
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        October 14, 2020 at 9:33 pm

        Hi Cindy,
        You can substitute white wine for the whiskey or bourbon.

        Reply
        • Cindy says

          October 14, 2020 at 9:44 pm

          Thanks for the quick reply!!

          Reply
          • Jessica Robinson says

            October 14, 2020 at 9:51 pm

            Of course!! Happy to help!

            Reply
    5. Amy Engberson says

      July 10, 2020 at 11:40 pm

      5 stars
      My son just requested Ribeyes for his birthday this weekend! This is the steak marinade I’m using! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        July 13, 2020 at 3:01 pm

        Thanks Amy! So glad to hear that everyone enjoyed this marinade!

        Reply
    6. Bob says

      May 29, 2020 at 10:24 pm

      Your recipe sounds great I would love to see more of them

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        May 29, 2020 at 10:41 pm

        Thank you Bob!

        Reply
    7. Catherine says

      February 21, 2020 at 9:34 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe sounds awesome & looks great! I’m always looking to change things up a bit & try new things in the kitchen as well on the grill w/Steaks , Pork Chops, Ribs and Chicken breast! I actually just bought a jar of chicken and beef bouillon each a week ago to try but I haven’t had the chance to use them yet! I think I will try this recipe tomar and have the steaks marinating up to 4hrs then fire up the grill!! I love New York strips better than Flank steak. My hubby loves T-Bone steaks…I love adding ACV or just white Vinegar to my steaks! Pickle juice to my Chicken and Pork Chops bone in & without! If you haven’t tried it please do so…Its awesome! Also using low Sodium Dale’s Sauce is great on all meats! If you can find it in your local market. It’s right by the steak sauce and& seasonings..I hope you don’t mind me sharing a few tips of my own to you. I mean no disrespect..🤔😌Thanks for the new tips and sharing this recipe with us.
      Your New Fan 💜🍴🍹Cheers

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        February 22, 2020 at 10:09 am

        Thanks Catherine!
        While this particular marinade doesn’t have vinegar, you can try some of my other marinades. Vinegar is especially helpful with a more inexpensive type of steak, such as Flank steak. Be sure and check out my other marinade recipes!

        Reply
        • T thomas says

          April 27, 2020 at 3:39 pm

          Huh? There is AC vinegar in this recipe. Didn’t you write it? Also, where does the minced garlic and rosemary come in? They are listed in the ingredients, but never in the directions. Are they supposed to be in the marinade?

          Reply
          • Jessica Robinson says

            April 27, 2020 at 6:02 pm

            Hello,
            Apple cider vinegar was in the ingredients AND the directions already. I’ve added the minced garlic and fresh rosemary to the directions. It’s a simple marinade. You mix everything together.

            Reply
    8. Lisa Hatfield says

      July 25, 2019 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVE Better Than Bouillon! Never thought of making a marinade, great recipe Jessica!!!

      Reply

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