All Purpose Marinade Especially Nice Used with Beef
Transform your beef dishes into restaurant-worthy creations with this versatile All Purpose Marinade, a powerhouse of bold flavors perfect for enhancing steaks, roasts, or even grilled kebabs. Bursting with umami from soy sauce, a hint of sweetness from honey, and a subtle tang from balsamic vinegar, this marinade balances beautifully with aromatic fresh rosemary, thyme, and zesty minced garlic. The addition of Worcestershire sauce and olive oil creates a luscious base that tenderizes the meat while infusing it with mouthwatering depth. Customize the heat with a touch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, or keep it classic with freshly cracked black pepper. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this beef marinade is a must-have for elevating weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next barbecue. Best results are achieved with at least 2 hours of marination, but let your beef soak for up to 8 hours for unparalleled flavor intensity!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 medium Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Whisk until well blended.
Add the honey and continue whisking until fully dissolved into the liquid mixture.
Incorporate the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme into the bowl, stirring to distribute the herbs evenly.
Season the marinade with black pepper and, if desired, a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag or a glass container with a tight lid.
Place your beef cuts (such as steaks or roasts) into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged and well coated. Seal the bag/container tightly.
Refrigerate the marinating beef for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor. Turn the beef occasionally to ensure even marination.
Remove the beef from the marinade and discard the excess marinade before cooking as desired (grilling, broiling, or pan-searing).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5036 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 869 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
