Mustard Steak Marinade

Once you’ve learned the secrets of getting great deals on steaks from Chicago Steak Company, you may find yourself enjoying quality beef more often than you expected. Switching up your marinade routine can spice up your weekend dinner routine or wow your dinner party guests. This mustard-based marinade works great for most cuts of steak. No one will guess what ingredient is giving it such a distinctive flavor. Give this marinade a try for pork chops and chicken legs as well if you like the flavor it lends to beef.

How to Marinate Steak

Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl or in a gallon-sized plastic bag. If you use a zip-top food storage bag, you can drop the steaks into the finished marinade and let them rest in the fridge without another container. If you use a bowl, consider placing the steaks in a more shallow glass or plastic food storage dish and pouring it over the meat. Flip the steaks at least once to ensure even coverage. Cover the container with aluminum foil or a silicone lid. This prevents the odor of the marinade from affecting other foods in the refrigerator.

How Long to Marinate Steak

You need to soak the meat in the marinade for at least 1 to 2 hours to gain any benefit from the flavors. It’s fine to leave the steak in the marinade overnight, or even up to 24 hours if necessary before grilling or frying. However, avoid extra long marinating times like two to three days. Leaving the beef in the marinade too long can lead to a texture that isn’t as pleasant. The flavors won’t get any stronger from extra long soaking times. You’ll get the best balance of flavor penetration and a tender texture from a 12 to 24 hour marinade.

Which Cuts of Steak Work Best with This Marinade?

Most steaks respond well to at least a short time in a marinade. The combination of oil and acid improves the texture, while the other ingredients you add introduce plenty of flavor. This particular marinade is a good choice for flank and tri-tip steaks that benefit from the assertive taste of mustard bringing out the meaty flavor. Skirt steaks, eye of round, and chuck steak also pair well with this mixture. Yet it’s refined enough to work for T-bones, sirloin steaks, and other high-priced cuts of beef.

Mustard Steak Marinade Recipe

Make this marinade fresh right before you plan to use it rather than mixing it up ahead of time. The flavors will work best when they get a chance to mingle with the meat’s natural juices right away.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs of your preferred cut of steak, trimmed and ready to cook
• 5 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
• 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, trimmed off of the stem
• 1 lemon’s juice and zest
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon of Kosher salt
• 4 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Instructions

1. Mix the ingredients thoroughly in a bowl or gallon-sized food storage bag. Use an immersion mixer if you have one to get the best possible mix.

2. Pour the marinade into a food storage container or keep it in the bag. Add the steaks, ensuring the liquid covers all of the meat. If you can’t cover both sides of the steaks, make sure to flip the meat at least once for even exposure.

3. Let the meat marinate for 1 to 24 hours. Longer marinating periods lead to a stronger flavor and more tender texture.

Can You Use the Leftover Steak Marinade?

The marinade is unsafe to use if you just take the steaks out of it and cook them. If you want to create a flavorful pan sauce from it, heat it to boiling in a small sauce pan for at least 10 minutes. This also helps the marinade thicken into a sauce. Toss in a tablespoon or two of butter at the end of the boiling period for a rich French-style sauce.

Conclusion

Harness the depth of flavor that mustard brings to a marinade to spice up your steak routine. Your family will want to know the secret to your tender and juicy T-bones.