Description
This Soy Garlic Steak Marinade recipe offers a flavorful and quick way to prepare tender, juicy New York strip steaks with a delicious blend of soy sauce, garlic, and olive oil. Perfectly grilled to medium-rare, these steaks are enhanced by a charred crust and optionally served with wasabi butter for a subtle kick.
Ingredients
Steak
- 2 thick-cut New York strip steaks, about 1 pound each
Marinade
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
- 2-3 cloves garlic, grated on a microplane
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Serving (Optional)
- Wasabi butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small dish, whisk together the soy sauce, grated garlic, and olive oil until fully combined to create the flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Steaks: Pour the marinade into a shallow dish and add the steaks, turning them several times to coat evenly. Allow the steaks to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes so they absorb the savory flavors.
- Preheat the Grill: Set up your grill for two-zone cooking and preheat it to high heat (about 500°F / 260°C) for at least 5 minutes to ensure a hot sear.
- Prepare Steaks for Grilling: Remove the steaks from the marinade and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to promote a good sear and prevent steaming.
- Grill the Steaks: Clean and lightly oil the grill grates, then place the steaks over direct heat. Cook until deeply charred, approximately 3 minutes per side, depending on steak thickness. After searing, move the steaks to indirect heat, cover the grill, and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and loosely tent with foil. Let them rest for at least 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Slice and serve with optional wasabi butter for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
- Marinating for up to 30 minutes maximizes flavor without overpowering the steak.
- Two-zone grilling allows for a sear and then gentle finishing to desired doneness.
- Patting the steak dry before grilling helps achieve a better crust.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking to medium-rare.
- Wasabi butter adds a spicy, creamy complement to the grilled steak but is optional.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American