Let’s admit it, we all love a good steak, right? But what makes a steak go from good to great? It’s all in the marinade, my friends, and boy, do I have a treat for you! Welcome to my Mixed Up Marinade, a recipe that has been a game-changer for my grilling. Born out of my love for a well-marinated steak and influenced by my penchant for trying out different ingredients, this marinade combines A.1. steak sauce, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic salt, pepper, and onion powder. The result? A steak that’s succulent, flavorful, and literally bursting with taste! This marinade adds that extra ‘oomph’ that makes your steaks the star of the BBQ. It’s easy to whip up, and the best part? You probably have all the ingredients in your pantry already! So, let’s get mixing and elevate our steak game together!
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. A.1. steak sauce
- 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp. ketchup
- 1 tsp. garlic salt
- dash of pepper
- pinch of onion powder
Marinating Method
- Stir all ingredients together.
- Pour over steaks.
- Marinate at least 2 hours.
- Grill or broil steaks as usual.
Calorie: 50
Total cooking time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Mystical Journey of the Mixed-Up Marinade
Ah, here we are again, my fellow foodies, at the crossroads of culinary chaos. Today’s kitchen escapade involves a recipe that’s as mixed up as a chameleon in a bag of Skittles. We’re diving into the world of marination, specifically, the Mixed-Up Marinade.
The Gathering of the Unlikely Heroes
Let’s start by assembling our motley crew of ingredients. We’ve got 1/4 c. of A.1. steak sauce, 1/4 c. of red wine vinegar, 2 Tbsp. of soy sauce, 2 Tbsp. of ketchup, 1 tsp. of garlic salt, a dash of pepper, and a pinch of onion powder.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Ketchup? Really?” But trust me, it’s like the weird cousin who always brings the most fun to family reunions. It adds a certain…je ne sais quoi.
The Great Stirring
Once you’ve gathered your team, it’s time for the Great Stirring. This is when you combine all your ingredients together. There’s something oddly satisfying about the steak sauce meeting the soy sauce, the red wine vinegar cozying up to the garlic salt, and the ketchup… well, the ketchup just trying to fit in.
The Marinating Time Warp
Pour this concoction over your steaks and let them bathe in the glory of the Mixed-Up Marinade. The recipe says marinate for at least 2 hours, but I like to think of this stage as a time warp. You put the steaks in, do a little dance, maybe watch an episode or two of your favorite show, and voilà! Time has flown by, and your steaks are ready for the next step.
The Fiery Finish
Now, you can either grill or broil your steaks as usual. If you’re anything like me, this is the moment when you realize that you’ve forgotten to preheat the grill. Cue the mad dash to the backyard, tripping over the dog, and nearly setting your hair on fire. But hey, all’s well that ends well, right?
The Taste Test
Finally, the moment of truth. The steak, infused with the flavors of the Mixed-Up Marinade, meets your taste buds. The combination of the steak sauce, the tang of the red wine vinegar, the saltiness of the soy sauce, the sweet weirdness of the ketchup, the kick of the garlic salt, the whisper of pepper, and the subtle hint of onion powder all come together to create a symphony of flavors. It’s like a party in your mouth, and everyone’s invited!
So, there you have it, folks. The Mixed-Up Marinade, a recipe that’s as quirky and unpredictable as my Aunt Edna’s fashion choices, but, unlike her neon leopard-print jumpsuits, something you’ll actually want to try again. Until next time, happy cooking!
