Easy Yet Complex Steak Marinade

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Are you looking for a steak marinade recipe that is both easy to make and packed with complex flavors? Look no further! This recipe is perfect for enhancing the taste of your steak, giving it a deliciously tender and juicy texture. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a marinade that will elevate your steak to a whole new level. Whether you're grilling, broiling, or pan-searing your steak, this marinade is sure to impress.

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Easy yet complex steak marinade recipe details

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This easy steak marinade will have your friends bringing their steaks to you, asking you to marinate it for them! It adds a delicious, elaborate flavor to any cut of steak.
Ready in: 1 hour 45 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 2

• 1 large jalapeno
• 1 large beef steak
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon red pepper
• 1 tablespoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon meat tenderizer
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons ground sea salt
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/3 cup red wine
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R) or Crystal(R))
• 6 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 limes, juiced
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation method

Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Extra time: 1 hour, marinating

1. First, we’ll create a rub for the steak, and then the marinade.
2. Begin by slicing the jalapeno in half and seeding it thoroughly. Firmly rub the steak with the jalapeno halves, covering all sides. Reserve jalapeno.
3. In a clean, dry bowl, mix the black pepper, red pepper, white pepper, garlic powder, meat tenderizer, paprika and sea salt. Rub mixture over entire steak until bowl is empty.
4. Mix the soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, red wine, olive oil, hot pepper sauce, garlic, lime juice, mustard powder, and salt and pepper to taste in a large, shallow dish. Stir concoction well.
5. Set steak in marinade, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 30 hours. Half-way through marinating process, turn steak over and re-cover.
6. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
7. Grill steaks to desired doneness, about 7 minutes per side for medium-rare. After grilling, let sit for 10 minutes before cutting or eating for maximum flavor. Enjoy!