Best Steak Marinade in Existence – soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, basil, pepper, cayenne, and parsley. I have to admit, this is hands-down the best steak marinade I’ve ever had. It is packed full of flavor and doesn’t use any crazy ingredients. Marinate all day for maximum flavor! Grill or pan sear for a meal that is better than any fancy steakhouse.

Originally posted March 20, 2012

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Easy Steak Marinade Recipe

The name really says it all – this is the Best Steak Marinade in Existence. We’ve been making this recipe since I started the blog. It is packed full of flavor and doesn’t use any crazy ingredients. You probably have everything in the pantry right now to make it. The marinade only takes a minute to whip up and the cooked steaks taste better than any fancy restaurant!

How to Make the Best Steak Marinade in Existence

This marinade is effortless to make with only a few simple ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together the steak marinade ingredients – soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, dried basil, dried parsley, white pepper, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic. Season with salt and black pepper. Pour the marinade over your steaks and place them in the refrigerator for a few hours up to overnight. When ready to cook the steaks, remove steaks from the marinade and cook until they reach your preferred temperature.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

I like to marinate the steaks in a freezer bag.
You can use this marinade on any cut of beef you enjoy – ribeye, sirloin, new york strip, filet, skirt steak, flank steak– anything you like.
- This makes enough to marinate 6 to 8 steaks, depending on the size.
Here are our instructions on how to cook steaks in a cast-iron skillet or grill pan: https://www.plainchicken.com/steakhouse-filets/
Here are our instructions on how to cook steaks in the air fryer: https://www.plainchicken.com/air-fryer-ribeyes/
The cooking time will depend on the internal temperature you want and the steaks’ thickness. Use a meat thermometer to cook the steaks to your preferred doneness.
- Rare 120º to 125ºF
- Medium-Rare 125º to 135ºF
- Medium 125º to 145ºF
- Medium-Well 145º to 155ºF
- Well-Done 155ºF+
Feel free to add your favorite spices and herbs to the marinade. Some of our favorite variations/additions are:
- onion powder
- thyme
- oregano
- balsamic vinegar
Do I have to use lemon juice? The lemon juice is included in the marinade to help make the steak tender. The acid in the lemon juice helps break down the tough fibers in the meat.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

What to Serve with Steak

These steaks are AH-MAZ-ING! We had some friends over a few weeks ago for dinner. I made these steaks, and they were blown away! They asked for the recipe and made them for themselves the next week. Give this marinade a try the next time you want a great steak! I promise you won’t be disappointed.

We usually serve our steaks with potatoes, salad, and some rolls. Here are a few of our favorite recipes from the blog that go great with steaks:

Potatoes