Restaurant-quality steak made at home? Yeah, we can do that! Start with The Best Balsamic Steak Marinade for a smooth and classic flavor in every bite.

The Best Balsamic Steak Marinade - pouring marinade onto steak

I love making steak at home. It’s the fastest way to make an at-home dinner feel intentional and special! Plus, you can use leftovers to top a salad and make an absolutely incredible lunch. I make this this 5-Minute Balsamic Steak Marinade all the time for Balsamic Grilled Hangar Steak or Flank Steak Sliders. All you have to do is measure and whisk the ingredients, and it stores for up to six months. I usually double or triple this recipe so I can use it whenever!

The Best Balsamic Steak Marinade - soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, lime juice, rice wine vinegar and brown sugar on a sheet pan

Ingredients in Balsamic Steak Marinade

This Balsamic Steak Marinade has a vinegar and soy sauce base, so I balanced those tangy flavors with a bit of brown sugar for the perfect coating for your favorite steak.

  • Soy sauce or coconut aminos – Coconut aminos are a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce that I actually prefer! They’re usually right next to the soy sauce at the grocery store.
  • Balsamic vinegar – Balsamic vinegar is thick, tart, and tangy, so it’s perfect for a marinade because it perfectly coats your steak.
  • Rice wine vinegar – Rice wine has more acidity than balsamic, so I used just a couple tablespoons to add some bite to the marinade.
  • Brown sugar – We need a little sweetness in the mix! A hint of brown sugar make everything better.
  • Lime juice – My secret ingredient is almost always a squeeze of citrus. I love the way it makes every other flavor in the dish pop!
  • Garlic cloves – Mince your garlic as small as possible, or send it through a garlic press! This recipe uses four garlic cloves, so you can reduce it to two or three if you don’t love garlic.
  • Salt and pepper – Adjust these to your own preference, starting with just 1/4 teaspoon of each.
The Best Balsamic Steak Marinade - whisking marinade in orange bowl on marble countertop

Pour this marinade over your favorite cut of steak and let it marinade for four hours (or even overnight!) before grilling or broiling it to tasty, juicy, flavorful perfection.

Food Photography by Ashley Cuoco

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The Best Balsamic Steak Marinade - pouring marinade onto steak

5-Minute Balsamic Steak Marinade

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  • Author: Laney Schwartz
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1/2 cup 1x
  • Category: Sauce
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Restaurant-quality steak made at home? Yeah, we can do that! Start with The Best Balsamic Steak Marinade for a smooth and classic steak flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients to a bowl and whisk gently until well combined. Use immediately or store in an airtight jar or container for 5-7 days in the fridge or up to 6 months in the freezer. Yields a little over ½ cup. Can easily double or triple the recipe to make more!

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