Description
This tangy and flavorful Mustard Steak Marinade recipe enhances your steak with a zesty blend of yellow mustard, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar or honey. Perfectly seasoned and marinated to tenderize and impart a rich taste, this marinade is simple to prepare and ideal for grilling. It creates a succulent, savory steak that's juicy and packed with bold flavors.
Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 finely chopped garlic clove
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (plus extra for basting, if desired)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Steak
- 2 steaks (approximately 6-8 ounces each)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steaks: Place the steaks on a clean surface. Using a fork, carefully poke holes all over the steak to help the marinade penetrate the meat deeply.
- Marinate in Soy Sauce: Put the steaks in a shallow glass baking dish and pour the soy sauce over them. Let them sit briefly while you prepare the rest of the marinade.
- Make the Mustard Mixture: In a small bowl, combine yellow mustard, finely chopped garlic, brown sugar (or honey), salt, and black pepper. Refrigerate this mixture for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Coat the Steaks: After 15 minutes, remove the steaks from the soy sauce and discard the soy sauce to avoid overpowering saltiness. Rub the mustard mixture evenly over both sides of each steak.
- Chill for Flavor: Refrigerate the coated steaks for at least 45 minutes to marinate, allowing the flavors to infuse thoroughly.
- Grill the Steaks: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steaks to your preferred doneness, basting occasionally with extra soy sauce for added moisture and flavor if desired.
Notes
- Poking holes in the steak allows the marinade to penetrate better, enhancing flavor and tenderness.
- Use either brown sugar or honey as a sweetener based on your taste preference.
- Discard the soy sauce used in the initial soak to avoid excessive saltiness in the final steak.
- Marinating the steak for at least 45 minutes improves flavor; for even more tenderness, marinate up to 4 hours.
- Basting the steak while grilling with soy sauce adds extra juiciness and a deeper flavor.
- Cook times vary depending on steak thickness and desired doneness; use a meat thermometer if available.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes (grilling time depends on steak thickness and preference)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American