Fire up the grill and EFFORTLESSLY create perfectly tender steaks with this Easy Steak Marinade! Today we sear the day… I mean seize the day! And what better way to live life to the fullest than by infusing our juicy steaks with restaurant-style, fresh and sassy flavors?!? Trust me… the end result is a bold move, and sear-iously tasty!

Ingredients for steak marinade.
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No matter the time of year, it’s always a great time to grill up some beautiful steaks.

But why settle for ordinary steaks when you can use this easy beef steak marinade to make your steaks over-the-top amazing?

Elizabeth: "So good! I marinade steaks the night before makes them super tender."

It’s a delicious blend of fresh and savory flavors that perfectly complement the beefy taste of your juicy grilled steak.

Even better, it only requires 6 simple ingredients!

Plus, it works great on whatever steak is on sale or already in your freezer… Sirloin, T-Bone, Flank, Skirt, or Ribeye (my favorite).

So when you want a truly great steak, just make up a batch of this wildly delicious citrus steak marinade.

Then… you can just sit back, relax and let the grill do the rest! Just like when you make my crazy popular Grilled Chicken Italian Dressing Marinade, fabulous Grilled Chicken Gyros, and perfectly tender Honey Mustard Marinated Chicken.

Without a doubt, this delicious steak marinade is perfect way to create marvelous memories on your grill.

And it practically defines relaxed Summer Grilling Recipes

Small grill by a pool.

Ingredients

It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST rib eye marinade, simple marinade for skirt steak, marinade for beef sirloin steak… or whatever else you might have on hand.

First check your kitchen, than add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you have everything on hand…

  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Soy Sauce – Coconut Aminos can be substituted.
  • Orange Juice – Fresh squeezed makes ALL the difference!
  • Lime Juice – Again, you’ll want fresh squeezed to achieve the best steak marinade flavors!
  • Garlic – You’ll use 6 delicious cloves.
  • Ground Ginger

With this garlic soy steak marinade for rib eye steak, you’ll also need a gallon sized freezer bag to get the job done.

Marinade ingredients including soy sauce, ginger, and limes.

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How To Make Steak Marinade

It’s actually SO simple to make this fabulously easy steak marinade recipe.

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Place all of your ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine thoroughly.

2. Add the mixture and about 2 pounds of your favorite steak to a gallon sized freezer bag.

Bag of marinating steaks.

3. Place in the refrigerator and allow to marinate as directed.

4. Before grilling, allow your steaks to come to room temperature for approximately 30 minutes to an hour.

5. Then, simply grill up your wonderfully juicy steaks so you can enjoy one of the best Easy Summer Dinner Recipes EVER!

Scroll down for the printable easy steak marinade recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Marinated steak on a grill.

What To Serve With Your Grilled Steak

Create the ultimate steakhouse dinner at home when you serve up your amazing steaks with some Buttery Mashed Potatoes topped with my magical Homemade Brown Gravy.

Then, round out your steak dinner with a hefty serving of my cream cheese infused Creamed Corn Recipe, dreamy Baked Cheesy Cauliflower, and Sweet Homemade Cornbread!

Reviews

Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this delicious orange juice steak marinade recipe…

One reader writes: “Soy sauce and lime is the secret to restaurant quality fajitas.”

Dewey writes: “Tried this – turned out great. Will do it again.”

Elizabeth: “So good! I marinade steaks the night before makes them super tender.”

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Easy Steak Marinade

Fire up the grill and EFFORTLESSLY create perfectly tender steaks with this Easy Steak Marinade! Today we sear the day… I mean seize the day! And what better way to live life to the fullest than by infusing our juicy steaks with restaurant-style, fresh and sassy flavors?!? Trust me… the end result is a bold move, and sear-iously tasty!
Servings: 2
Ingredients for steak marinade.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce, or Coconut Aminos can be substituted
  • 1/3 cup Orange Juice, fresh squeezed from about 1 medium sized Orange
  • 1/3 cup Lime Juice, fresh squeezed from about 3 medium sized Limes
  • 6 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp Ginger

Instructions 

  • Gather your easy steak marinade ingredients.
    Ingredients for steak marinade.
  • In medium mixing bowl, combine your easy steak marinade ingredients, and stir well.
  • Add mixture and about 2 pounds of your preferred cut of steak to gallon sized freezer bag.
    Bag of marinating steaks.
  • Place in the refrigerator to marinate for 12 hours or overnight, turning and flipping several times.
  • Remove Steaks from fridge and allow them to come to room temp for 30 minutes to 1 hour prior to grilling!
  • Grill your pre-marinated steaks on the grill outside, or on a grill pan inside with butter.
    Marinated steak on a grill.
  • On the Grill, cook your Steaks 2-4 minutes on each side at 400 degrees, or as desired.
  • Your steak cook time will vary widely based upon the size, bones and thickness of the steak… and upon how rare or well done you like your steak.
  • It is best to under cook your steak to begin with. You can always cook it a bit longer if needed.

Notes

  • FAQ’s: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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