All-Purpose Beef Marinade
This is my go-to marinade for any cut of beef—from budget-friendly sirloin tips to those lean roasts that need a little extra love. Packed with flavor and tenderizing acids, this marinade transforms even the toughest cuts into juicy, mouthwatering bites. It’s bold, balanced, and so easy to make, you’ll wonder why you ever bought the bottled stuff.
Servings: 48 tbsp
Calories: 61kcal
Cost: $2-3
Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup white wine OR balsamic vinegar
- ⅓ cup lemon juice fresh if possible
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp ground dry mustard
- 2 ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ground black pepper
- 1 ½ tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Shake well until fully blended.
- To use: Pour over your cut of beef in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally to evenly coat.
Notes
Makes about 3 cups of marinade—enough for 4–5 pounds of beef.
Nutrition is estimated for 1 tablespoon of marinade per 4 oz. serving of beef.
You can double the batch and keep it in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg
