Flavorful Gordon Ramsay Steak Marinade
If you love steak, you need to know how important marinating is. The marinade not only tenderizes the steak, but its flavor also seeps into it. Gordon Ramsay’s steak marinade blends sauces, spices, and oil to impart a rich, robust flavor.
You can also use this marinade with other Gordon Ramsay recipes. If you like tougher cuts of meat, marinating them becomes essential. The acidity in most marinades tenderizes the meat.
To make Gordon Ramsay’s steak marinade, mix balsamic vinegar, oil, sugar, soy sauce, rosemary, garlic, and red pepper in a zip-lock bag. Add a little black pepper and mix well. Add the steak to the bag and mix until it’s evenly coated. Refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours. Then, take the steak out, pat it dry, and cook it.
Marinades are mixtures of sauces, citrus juices, spices, herbs, and oil. You can also use yogurt in a marinade. Squeeze the juice from fresh lemons and add Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce for an extra kick.
Recipe Variation for Different Diets
- Low Sodium Version: Use low-sodium tamari instead of soy sauce and apple cider vinegar instead of vinegar. Use allulose instead of honey. Omit the salt completely.
- Keto Version: You can swap honey with monk fruit sweetener and add coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Also, avoid balsamic vinegar; use red wine vinegar instead.
- Gluten-Free Version: Swap soy sauce for gluten-free tamari. Balsamic vinegar may contain thickeners or modified starch, so check that it is gluten-free.
Nutritional Information Per Serving
| Calories | 156 kcal |
| Carbohyderates | 7.8 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 13.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g |
| Sodium | 1135.4 mg |
| Potassium | 188.5 mg |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Sugar | 4.2 g |
| Vitamin A | 13.6 iu |
| Vitamin C | 2.7 mg |
| Calcium | 28.5 mg |
| Iron | 1.4 mg |
Storing And Reheating This Recipe
Storing
- Allow the steak to cool completely. Then place it in an airtight container and refrigerate it. Consume within 3-4 days. Keep the temperature at 4°C or below.
- For longer storage, wrap the steak in plastic wrap and freeze it for 2-3 months.
Reheating
- Oven: Preheat the oven to 225°F. Then add the steak to an oven-safe dish and cover it lightly with foil. Now heat for 12-18 minutes. Don’t leave it uncovered for too long, as it can affect the steak’s texture and make it tough.
- Stovetop: Add the steak to a skillet with some broth. Then gently warm for 5-8 minutes. Keep checking it as it cooks, so it doesn’t get tough.
What To Serve With This Recipe
The Gordon Ramsay Steak Marinade pairs well with roasted garlic mashed cauliflower for a low-carb option, or with chimney-roasted carrots dusted with cumin and paprika for something sweet and smoky.
If you want to add some greens, garlic-sautéed spinach or broccolini with lemon zest is a perfect addition. If you want to get a little fancy, try an easy arugula salad with shaved parmesan and a light lemon vinaigrette to cut through the richness.
Printable Version
Gordon Ramsay Steak Marinade Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 oz Steak
- ⅓ cup Soy Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 sprigs Rosemary
- ⅔ cup Brown Sugar
- ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- ⅓ Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Knife
- Whisk
- Chopping Board
- Zip-Lock Bag
Method
- Mince the two cloves of garlic and two rosemary sprigs to make the marinade.
- In a bowl, mix ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, ⅔ cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Add minced rosemary sprigs, garlic, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and red pepper to the soy sauce mixture, and mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a zip-lock bag and shake well until well combined.
- Now add the steak to the bag and toss to coat. Refrigerate the steak marinade for six hours.
- Once refrigerated, take the steak out, pat it dry with a paper towel, and keep it aside to cook.
- In a skillet, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once heated, add the steak to the skillet and fry until crispy and until it releases its flavors.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What seasoning will go well with Gordon Ramsay’s steak?
We recommend garlic, thyme, and rosemary for a fragrant touch. You can also add butter to the pan before removing the steak, letting it caramelize into a melty masterpiece.
How can you season steak?
Coat all the sides of the steak with salt and black pepper. Remember, the salt shouldn’t pile up; instead, it should coat the meat.
What gives steak good flavor?
You can season the steak with the classic cracked black pepper and kosher salt. Add chopped herbs such as thyme or sage to make a flavored salt.
Should you oil the steak before seasoning it?
To release the flavors, brush all sides of the steak with olive oil first to help the seasoning stick. If you want flavor in every bite, use enough to achieve it.
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Conclusion
The Flavourful Gordon Ramsay Steak Marinade gives you a bold, savory-sweet flavor with rosemary, garlic, and a tangy vinegar kick. It’s simple to make: just blend the marinade, coat the steak, chill, then sear hot for a crisp, flavorful crust. If you want to customize it to your preferences, you can, too!
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