Steak Marinade

• Use as a soak for steak before grilling: Marinate steaks for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate and tenderize the meat, resulting in a juicy and flavorful grilled steak.
• Employ as a basting sauce during cooking: Brush the steak with marinade during the last few minutes of grilling or pan-searing to create a flavorful glaze and enhance the crust.
• Incorporate into stir-fries for added flavor: Add a tablespoon or two of steak marinade to stir-fries featuring steak to boost the savory depth of the dish.
• Add to steak tacos and fajitas: Marinade helps tenderize and add flavor to steak for steak tacos and fajitas
• Use with flank steak: To tenderize flank steak for dishes like steak salad or sandwiches, the use of a steak marinade will help to tenderize the steak as well as adding flavor.
• Serve as a dipping sauce: Offer leftover marinade as a dipping sauce for cooked steak, adding an extra burst of flavor to each bite.

• May improve meat digestion through enzymatic tenderization, potentially easing digestive stress.
• Can enhance the antioxidant content of grilled steak when using marinades rich in herbs and spices.
• Using homemade marinades allows control over sodium content, supporting healthy blood pressure levels.
• Marinades with acidic ingredients may reduce the formation of harmful compounds during high-heat cooking, contributing to safer grilling practices.
• Marinades with herbs and spices can provide additional vitamins and minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile of the meal.

Prepared steak marinade should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It's best used within a few days for optimal flavor and to prevent bacterial growth. If you marinate meat, discard the used marinade; do not reuse it due to potential contamination. Marinades containing fresh herbs or perishable ingredients will have a shorter shelf life.