Linda's Beef Marinade is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your beef dishes. This marinade combines a variety of savory and tangy ingredients to create a wonderful taste that will make your beef tender and juicier. With its simple preparation and short marinating time, you can quickly elevate any cut of beef to a whole new level of deliciousness. Try Linda's Beef Marinade for your next barbecue or weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1-2 pounds beef (such as steak, flank, or sirloin)
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
- Place the beef in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
- Pour the marinade over the beef, making sure it is fully coated.
- Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the beef from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Grill the beef for about 4-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
- Transfer the beef to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the beef against the grain and serve.
Interesting Facts
Marinating beef helps to tenderize tough cuts of meat and adds flavor throughout.
The combination of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar gives this marinade a wonderful umami flavor.
Using a resealable plastic bag for marinating makes cleanup a breeze.