Add a Special Touch to your Steak with
Rubs & Marinades

Rubs and marinades are blends of seasonings that add flavor to your steaks. Rub the surface of uncooked steaks just before grilling or 1-2 hours in advance. Here are some proven rub and marinade recipes.

Steak Rub Recipes

Rosemary-Pepper Rub

• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon peel
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon coarse grind black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Makes about 2 tablespoons

Easy Greek-Style Rub

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
• ½ teaspoon pepper

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Makes about 2 tablespoons.

Moroccan Rub

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Makes about 3 tablespoons.

Steak Marinades

Instructions

• Always marinate in the refrigerator, never at room temperature.
• Tender beef cuts only need to be marinated for 15minutes to 2 hours for best flavor.
• Less tender beef cuts should be marinated at least 6 hours to 24 hours.
• Never save and reuse a marinade. If a marinade is to be used later for basting or serving as a sauce, reserve a portion of it before adding the beef. Marinade that has been in contact with uncooked meat must be brought to full rolling boil before it can be used as a sauce.

Marinade Recipes

Sesame-Soy Marinade

• ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 ½ tablespoons dark sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ¼ teaspoon pepper

Combine all ingredients in small bowl; stir until sugar is dissolved. Makes about ½ cup.

Tangy Lime Marinade

• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3 large cloves garlic, crushed

Combine all ingredients in small bowl; mix well. Makes about ½ cup.

Zesty Southwestern Marinade

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 large cloves garlic, minced
• ¾ teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Makes about 1/3 cup.

Caribbean Jerk-Style Marinade

• ¾ cup prepared Italian dressing
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
• 1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Makes about ¾ cup.

Balsamic Marinade

• ½ cup balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Makes about 2/3 cup. Click here to find more great recipes from the Iowa Beef Council http://www.iabeef.org/Content/default.aspx