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A piece of beef in a oval pan, with a hand pouring balsamic steak marinade with flecks of garlic in it over the meat.

Balsamic Steak Marinade Sauce

This Balsamic Steak Marinade can be made using simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. There is no need to measure anything precisely, so it couldn't be easier!
4.6 from 9 ratings

Ingredients

  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in medium bowl and whisk until smooth. Makes about 1-1/2 cups marinade - enough for about 1-1/2 pounds of meat.
  • Place steak in shallow baking dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over steak. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to overnight, turning once if possible.

Notes

  • While I’ve given measurements in the recipe card below, go ahead and just eyeball every ingredient. Life is too short to have to clean a bunch of measuring cups and spoons for a marinade. Precision measurements are just not necessary here.
  • As long as the general proportions are correct, the end result will be delicious.
  • Use a glug of oil, a few squeezes of lemon, and a spoonful of brown sugar. Becoming a skilled home cook is all about trusting your instincts.
Calories: 195kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13g, Sodium: 574mg, Potassium: 56mg, Fiber: 0.3g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 52IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 13mg, Iron: 1mg
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