Honey Soy Sauce Marinade for Steak or Chicken
Elevate your steak or chicken with this irresistible Honey Soy Sauce Marinade—a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors! Featuring a harmonious combination of soy sauce, honey, and olive oil, this marinade is infused with aromatic minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and a bright splash of lemon juice for a vibrant kick. A hint of black pepper and optional red pepper flakes add just the right amount of spice. Whether grilling, pan-frying, or baking, this marinade tenderizes and infuses rich flavor into the meat, making it ideal for everything from casual weeknight dinners to backyard BBQs. With just 10 minutes of prep and a marinating time that fits your schedule, this versatile recipe ensures mouthwatering results every time. Serve it with your favorite sides and savor the perfect blend of tangy and sweet in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 pounds steak or chicken
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, and olive oil, whisking together until the honey fully dissolves.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Place the steak or chicken in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully submerged or thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor. Turn the meat occasionally to ensure even coating.
Before cooking, remove the meat from the marinade and let it rest at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes.
Grill, pan-fry, or bake your steak or chicken as desired, cooking until it reaches your preferred level of doneness or the recommended safe internal temperature (165°F for chicken, and at least 145°F for steak, with a 3-minute rest).
Optionally, you can boil the remaining marinade in a small saucepan for 5–7 minutes to use as a glaze or sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.0 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.3 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 816 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 5269 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 239.7 g | 479% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 3571 mg | 76% | |
*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.
