Active Time
15 min
Total Time
45 min
We make this super-easy, super-tasty dish all year long. The bold combination of soy sauce, balsamic, and maple syrup works its magic on the meat quickly, so it only needs to marinate for as long as it takes to get your grill fired up. In the fall and winter, we pair this steak with maple-sweetened butternut squash. Come summer, it's a natural with a tomato salad and corn on the cob.
Ingredients
Makes 4 to 6 servings
Step 1
Blend soy sauce, vinegar, syrup, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender until smooth. Toss steaks with mixture. Marinate at room temperature about 15 minutes.
Step 2
Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see grilling procedure.
Step 3
Discard marinade and pat steaks dry.
Step 4
Oil grill rack, then grill steaks, covered only if using a gas grill, turning occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes total for medium-rare. Let rest on a plate, uncovered, 10 minutes.
•Steaks can be marinated up to 8 hours.
•Steaks can be cooked in a hot oiled 2-burner grill pan over medium-high heat.
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Reviews (51)
Back to TopThis is my go to steak marinade, not sure, but I may have even rated it at some point. I first came across it about 3 or 4 years ago and i have used it on every type of meat - it NEVER disappoints. The only change i made is that i marinade for a few hours instead of just 15 minutes . . .
Anonymous
Denver, Co
4/21/2021
Made this with a 3-pound wagyu sirloin flap. Oh my goodness one of the best flavored beef meals ever! You must use high quality ingredients, the real deal no fake maple syrup, cheap soy sauce. Marinated the whole thing about 6 hours turning once. Grilled hole per the directions sliced to serve. Absolutely superb. Served with butternut squash risotto, mixed green salad with simple vinegar and oil dressing and dinner rolls, and Old Vine Zinfandel. Dinner for four had leftovers that made spectacular open-faced sandwiches with sauteed mushrooms and onions and melted provolone . This is a do over and over and over.
cindyvog
Martinsville, IN
11/19/2019
This was excellent! Followed the recipe exactly except substituting the honey for the maple syrup recommended by other reviewers. I also reduced the remaining marinade to brush the meat with prior to removing from the grill. Super quick and easy, not too sweet. My picky 5 year old went for a second serving so it's definitely a win in this house.
Mellkamp
Port Saint Lucie, FL
10/19/2019
This was amazing! Everyone in the family loved it. I marinated for about 30 minutes and grilled it. Backed off on the maple syrup slightly per suggestions and it was perfect. Will make this again and again.
ekmitchell2
Long Beach, CA
10/15/2019
The first time I made this use flank steak and it was completely flavorless. I don't think 15mins is long enough to marinate the meat. Tonight, I made it again using flap steak and it was delicious! The only changes I made were, I tenderized the meat, I added a tbs of worchestshire sauce to the marinade, and I let the meat marinate for 2 hours.
PrestonFam
5/1/2018
It was ok not great
desquestions
4/30/2017
Simple, genius marinade. Definitely go for longer -- the soy sauce makes it work like a brine, although I skip adding the extra salt. Tip: make extra marinade, and after you take the steak out of it put it into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Then brush a few layers on the steak about halfway through grill time to the end. It'll caramelize up and make a nice glaze. OH YEA.
grillmatic
CT
5/26/2016
This is a definite keeper! We've done "cowboy steaks" before (with a sugar rub) so having that sweetness with the meat is something we definitely like. The maple syrup in this marinade makes for a very tasty steak.
fbsandi
Northern California Coast
8/30/2015
I followed the recipe as written, only added one tablespoon of Dijon mustard. I reduced the excess marinade while the steaks were cooking and served it on the side. Family went crazy for it! This recipe's a keeper!!!
tramurray23
Colorado
7/12/2014
See Kirk's BBQ book. Add vegetable oil, cut the soy and use Worcestershire, add thin cut scallions, use honey ($$$$$$$ yikes!) add garlic, and then eat it with no utensils. Fingers only
jbbobbitt
Podunk, Usa
7/3/2014
This is a summer staple for siroin tips (flap meat). My guys swear that it's better than what they get from a steakhouse. One substituion: I use worcestershire sauce instead of maple syrup because we prefer tang to sweet. Easy and delicious results.
thebetteritgets
Connecticut
9/8/2013
I have made this several times and have used it on a variety of meats, even salmon. It's very good.
Timbob
Tehachapi, Cal.
7/9/2013
This is a great marinade! I marinaded a beef tenderloin and it turned out great. I let it marinate for about 5 hours and would highly recommend letting it marinate overnight.
dleising
Milwaukee, WI
7/7/2013
This is really tasty - and easy. I marinate the steak all day.
Anonymous
Pioneer
6/26/2013
I really enjoyed this recipe. I took a reader's suggestion and subbed honey for maple syrup. I didn't add the salt and pepper and grilled it on the stove top. I saved the marinade and heated it until it became a thick glaze for my steak. It was delicious!
DolcesMom
Irvine, CA
6/16/2013
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