- March 24, 2023
- Beef
Montreal Steak Marinade Recipe
Looking for a marinade that will take your steak to the next level? Look no further than Montreal Steak Marinade! Bursting with a bold blend of savory spices and zesty flavors, this marinade will infuse your steak with a mouthwatering taste that will have you coming back for seconds.
Take your steak game up a few notches by adding a super quick and easy marinade! It’s the perfect addition to leaner steak cuts like this flat iron steak recipe or even try it with smoked tri-tip!
Why This Recipe Works:
Super Flavorful: My Montreal steak marinade recipe will take the flavor of your steak up a few notches! I use classic spices that are used in Montreal steak seasoning like paprika, coriander, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme and I combine them with Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and fresh garlic for a marinade that is absolutely bursting with flavor!
So Easy to Make: Whipping up your own homemade marinade is actually super easy and so worth it! All you need to do is measure out the ingredients and whisk them together well before allowing your steak to marinate. I recommend grilling your steak for the best flavor when it is grilling season! Otherwise, these steaks will still be absolutely delicious on the stovetop or in the oven.
Supplies Needed:
- Glass Bowl or Large Glass Measuring Cup
- Whisk
Montreal Steak Marinade Ingredients:
- Olive Oil: I like to use olive oil as the fat here! This really rounds out the flavors of the other liquids in this marinade.
- Soy Sauce: Soy sauce adds an umami kick!
- Worcestershire Sauce: This also adds a nice amount of umami to the marinade and has a nice tang to it that goes super well with steak.
- Fresh Garlic: I prefer using freshly minced garlic instead of garlic powder! It adds loads of flavor!
- Seasonings: Sea Salt, Pepper, Smoky Paprika, Coriander, Onion Powder, Dried Rosemary, and Dried Thyme are the seasonings that make up Montreal steak seasoning. If you have whole coriander grains, grind them into a powder.
How To Make Montreal Steak Marinade:
- Combine Dry Seasonings: Begin by combining all of the dried spices and seasonings together first in a bowl. Mix until combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Using a glass bowl or a large glass measuring cup (for easy pouring), combine the olive oil, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Whisk to Combine: Whisk in the seasoning mixture into the olive oil mixture and mix until one cohesive marinade.
- Prep Meat: Prep any steak or meat you plan to marinate and place it in a plastic bag or storage container.
- Marinade: Pour the Montreal steak marinade over the meat and cover. Place in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight before cooking.
Expert Tips For Marinating:
- This marinade isn’t just for steak! You can use this marinade on pork or chicken and get amazing results!
- To marinate steak and pork, marinate for at least 2 hours but up to overnight before cooking. To marinate chicken, marinate between 30 minutes and 6 hours!
- Or, use the seasoning mixture in this recipe to season juicy hamburgers, roasted potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a kick of flavor!
- For even more flavor, double the seasoning blend and reserve 1.5 tablespoons for a dry rub after marinating the steak, before it goes on the grill!
- Like it spicy? You can add a bit of cayenne pepper to the mix if you like it spicier!
Frequently Asked Questions:
As the name implies, Montreal steak seasoning and marinade originated in the city of Montreal where it is commonly used to season steak. Because of its amazing flavor, the recipe for Montreal steak seasoning is extremely popular!
Due to the soy sauce, this recipe is not gluten-free. However, you can use gluten-free soy sauce if needed!
More Steak Recipes to Try:
- Adobo Marinated Flank Steak
- Steak with Red Wine Compound Butter
- Steak with Cranberry Chimichurri Sauce
- Beef Shish Kebabs
- Smoked Beef Shank
Montreal Steak Marinade Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 cloves Fresh Garlic
Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1 tsp. Course Sea Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp. Smoky Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Corinader
- 1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1 tsp. Dried Rosemary
- 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
Instructions
- Begin by combining all the dried spices and seasonings together first in a bowl. Mix until fully combined.
- In a glass bowl (I like to use a larger glass measuring cup for easy pouring) combine the olive oil, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Whisk in the seasoning mixture into the olive oil mixture and mix until one cohesive marinade.
- Prep any steak or other meat you plan to marinade and place it in a plastic bag or storage container.
- Pour the Montreal steak marinade over the meat and cover. Place in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight before cooking.