Canadian Beer Steak Marinade
Keith's beer and a variety of seasoning and flavours to marinade strip loin. I created this recipe myself, marinaded steak in it for 12+ hours, BBQ'd and they turned out amazing!
Keith's beer and a variety of seasoning and flavours to marinade strip loin. I created this recipe myself, marinaded steak in it for 12+ hours, BBQ'd and they turned out amazing!
- Carbohydrate 40.8913633089199 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.164543333367524 g
- Fiber 0.358366249716282 g
- Protein 3.87076462500708 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0340403125061543 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (426g)
- Sodium 1474.45441250319 mg
- Sugar 40.5329970592036 g
- Trans Fat 0.0292561875 g
- Calories 276 calories
Step-by-step
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Place striploin steaks in a large ziplock bag, pour marinade in bag, squeeze out excess air, seal zipper.
- Put in fridge overnight and BBQ the steaks tomorrow!
Acid and enzymes do the heavy lifting in any protein-softening soak, and the specific hops and malt in an India Pale Ale provide that essential structural backbone. Tough muscle fibers resist standard liquid penetrations unless countered by a balanced combination of sweet viscosity and bitterness. Maple syrup and brown sugar supply the necessary high-sugar density to caramelize rapidly over high grill heat, creating a deep crust before the interior overcooks.
Strip loin cuts soaked in this mixture for twelve hours absorb deep aromatics from the garlic and dried herbs, but surface moisture must be removed prior to cooking. Pat the meat thoroughly dry with paper towels before hitting the grates, otherwise steaming occurs instead of searing. Pair this robust profile with high-starch sides like roasted fingerling potatoes or a sharp, vinegar-forward green salad to cut through the rich sweetness of the glaze.
Determining internal temperature accurately relies on touch when a digital probe is unavailable. Press the center of the meat firmly; a rare steak feels soft and yields easily, medium-rare offers a slight spring, and well-done feels entirely firm.
