This easy balsamic steak marinade is a simple way to add incredible flavor to your favorite cuts of beef. Made with pantry staples like olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic, this marinade creates tender, juicy steaks with a rich savory flavor that’s perfect for grilling, pan-searing, or broiling.
Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight family dinner or hosting a backyard cookout, this foolproof marinade comes together in just minutes and does the hard work while your steak rests in the refrigerator.
Ribeye, New York strip, sirloin, flank, skirt, and tri-tip all work beautifully with this marinade.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick to mix together in about 5 minutes.
- Made with simple pantry ingredients.
- Adds rich, savory flavor to any steak.
- Helps keep steaks tender and juicy.
- Great for grilling, cast iron cooking, or broiling.
- Easy to double for larger gatherings.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
How It Comes Together
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the marinade over your steak in a zip-top bag or shallow dish.
- Refrigerate and marinate for at least 30 minutes for thinner cuts or 2 to 8 hours for thicker steaks. Avoid marinating longer than 24 hours, as the vinegar can begin to affect the texture of the meat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off. Discard the used marinade.
- Grill, pan-sear, or broil the steak to your desired doneness. Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
Tips for Success
- Ribeye, New York strip, sirloin, flank, skirt, and tri-tip all work beautifully with this marinade.
- Bring the steak to room temperature for about 20 to 30 minutes before cooking for more even results.
- Pat the steak dry before cooking to help develop a flavorful crust.
- If you’d like extra sauce, prepare a second batch of the marinade and reserve it separately before adding the raw meat.
Serving Suggestions
This steak pairs well with:
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Roasted baby potatoes
- Grilled asparagus
- Corn on the cob
- Caesar salad
- Grilled vegetables
- Rice pilaf
- Fresh dinner rolls
Storage
- The prepared marinade can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days before using.
- Once it has been used to marinate raw meat, discard any remaining marinade.
Balsamic Steak Marinade
Ingredients
- 2–3 pounds of steak
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic in a small bowl.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Pour over steak in a zip-top bag or shallow container.
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Refrigerate and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours for the best flavor.
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Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the used marinade.
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Cook the steak using your preferred method and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
