Bold Ribeye Steak Marinade
This bold ribeye steak marinade for grilling starts with strong brewed coffee combined with oil, vinegar, and aromatics to tenderize and enhance the beef's natural flavor.
Servings: ribeye steaks
Ingredients
- 4 (8-ounce) ribeye steaks, or steak cut of your choice
For the marinade:
- 6 ounces strong brewed coffee, room temperature, see substitution below
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, crushed
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Instructions
- Whisk the cooled coffee, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, crushed peppercorns, and salt together.
- Place steaks in a shallow dish or a zip-top marinating bag. Pour the marinade over top and turn to coat. Chill steaks in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours (or up to 8 hours depending on cut).
- Let the meat come to room temperature for 30 minutes. Shake any excess marinade off the steaks to avoid flare-ups. Pat the surface dry with a paper towel. Season lightly with kosher salt.
- Clean and oil the grill grates. Grill steaks over high heat for 3-5 minutes per side. Cook until an instant-read thermometer reads 130°F for medium-rare.
- Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and tent with foil. Allow them to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Recipe Notes
Storage: Leftover steak can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips & Suggestions
• For strong brewed coffee » mix 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder with 6-ounces of hot water, cool to room temperature before using.
• In place of ribeye steaks » any steak cut is a viable substitution, adjust marinating time as needed.
Marinating Time:
- Thin or tender cuts (2 to 4 hours) — flank, skirt, strip, tenderloin, filet mignon, hanger, or ribeye
- Thicker or tougher cuts (4 to 8 hours) — sirloin, tri-tip, or chuck
Nutrition
Serving: 1steak | Calories: 669kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 1290mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 5mg
