This easy Tri Tip Marinade recipe is perfect for a quick, flavorful meal. With simple ingredients like balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard, you can easily create a savory marinade that infuses your steak with rich, bold flavors. A delicious way to elevate your grilling experience!
Ingredients Needed
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
How To Make Tri Tip Marinade
- Whisk the marinade: In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Whisk together until well blended.
- Add olive oil: Slowly whisk in olive oil until fully incorporated.
- Marinate the steak: Add up to 2 pounds of tri tip steak to the marinade. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
- Prepare for cooking: Before cooking, bring the steak to room temperature and wipe off any excess marinade.
Recipe Tips
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes: Allowing the steak to marinate for at least 30 minutes gives the flavors time to soak in. For even more flavor, marinate it for up to 2 hours.
- Bring steak to room temperature: Before cooking, let the steak sit out for 15-20 minutes. This helps it cook evenly.
- Wipe off excess marinade: To avoid a soggy crust, gently wipe off excess marinade from the steak before grilling or searing.
- Use fresh garlic: Freshly minced garlic gives the marinade a stronger, more vibrant flavor compared to pre-minced garlic.
- Choose a high-quality steak: For the best results, use a good cut of meat, like a well-marbled tri tip, which will absorb the marinade flavors better and cook more evenly.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Allow the leftover steak to cool to room temperature, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Freeze the leftover steak in a sealed bag or container for up to 3 months. To thaw, place it in the fridge overnight, then reheat by grilling or pan-searing.
- Reheating: Reheat leftover tri tip steak by gently grilling or pan-searing it over medium heat for a few minutes until warmed through, ensuring it stays juicy and tender.
Nutrition Fact
Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 3 oz of marinated tri tip)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Potassium: 365mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 1g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 21g
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Description
This easy Tri Tip Marinade recipe is perfect for a quick, flavorful meal. With simple ingredients like balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard, you can easily create a savory marinade that infuses your steak with rich, bold flavors. A delicious way to elevate your grilling experience!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Whisk the marinade: In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Whisk together until well blended.
- Add olive oil: Slowly whisk in olive oil until fully incorporated.
- Marinate the steak: Add up to 2 pounds of tri tip steak to the marinade. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
- Prepare for cooking: Before cooking, bring the steak to room temperature and wipe off any excess marinade.
Notes
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes: Allowing the steak to marinate for at least 30 minutes gives the flavors time to soak in. For even more flavor, marinate it for up to 2 hours.
- Bring steak to room temperature: Before cooking, let the steak sit out for 15-20 minutes. This helps it cook evenly.
- Wipe off excess marinade: To avoid a soggy crust, gently wipe off excess marinade from the steak before grilling or searing.
- Use fresh garlic: Freshly minced garlic gives the marinade a stronger, more vibrant flavor compared to pre-minced garlic.
- Choose a high-quality steak: For the best results, use a good cut of meat, like a well-marbled tri tip, which will absorb the marinade flavors better and cook more evenly.
Tri Tip Marinade
