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    Home » Main Course » Keto Steak Marinade

    Keto Steak Marinade

    Published: Apr 15, 2019 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Sep 28, 2020 · 548 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article.

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    Photo of two steaks in a white baking dish covered in marinade with the text Keto Steak Marinade below it.

    This Keto Steak Marinade is quick to make and will make your steaks even quicker to disappear. This is a win in the weekend dinner for everyone category - it deserves to be a rest-of-summer habit!

    Photo of two steaks in a white 8x8 casserole dish with keto steak marinade poured over them and lemons, tomatoes, and parsley around the dish.

    You Need This Keto Steak Marinade in Your Life!

    There is something about spring and summer weekends, that always puts me in the mood for a steak.

    Maybe it is because since we can grill out, hubby takes over the cooking.

    Or maybe it is because there is so much less clean-up when the cooking is done outdoors. Just fun casual family time with minimal mess.

    Whatever it is, at this time of year beef makes a regular appearing on our weekend table.

    Sometimes I keep things super-simple and just season everything while I am letting the meat temper. But sometimes I like to get all fancy and make this Keto Steak Marinade.

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    Of course, it isn't really fancy. In fact, it takes all of five minutes to throw together. But the family doesn't know that, and they are always so appreciative of the little extra effort that I've put in.

    The only real challenge I have with this is that when you make a favorite food taste even better and you have two teenage boys, it tends to disappear a little too quickly!

    Give this recipe a try and I know you'll be reaching for it throughout the spring and summer. Happy grilling!

    Tools Needed to Make This Keto Marinade for Steak:

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    • Bowl or Jar
    • Shallow Dish or Plastic Zip Top Bag
    Photo of Keto Steak Marinade in a glass jar surrounded by basil, cherry tomatoes, and lemon.

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    How long should I marinate steak?

    Steak should be marinaded for at least two hours and up to 24 hours for optimal taste. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, you can safely marinate steak for up to 5 days.

    What happens if you marinate steak too long?

    If you have too much acidity in the marinade, it can make the meat mealy and being to “cook” it. Beyond 5 days and it should not be consumed.

    Can you reuse Steak Marinade?

    No, any marinade that has been used one raw meat contains bacteria and should be discarded after use.

    Variations for This Recipe:

    • Instead of the rosemary and oregano, use 2 teaspoons dried basil.
    • Omit rosemary and basil and in place use coriander and smoked paprika. Substitute lime just for the lemon juice.

    If You Like This Keto Marinade for Steak You May Also Like:

    • Keto Meatloaf
    • Keto Instant Pot Chicken
    • Keto Cauliflower Wings
    • Stuffed Flank Steak
    • Parmesan Crusted Steak
    • Keto Flank Steak
    • Keto Chimichurri
    • Pan Seared Ribeye
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    Keto Steak Marinade

    Photo of two steaks in a white 8x8 casserole dish with keto steak marinade poured over them and lemons, tomatoes, and parsley around the dish.
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    5 from 6 votes

    Keto Steak Marinade

    Get the maximum weekend dinner luxury with this crazy-good Keto Steak Marinade! Trust me, you are going to love this one.
    Prep Time5 mins
    2 hrs
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: spicy
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 134kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup avocado oil
    • ⅓ cup coconut aminos
    • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl or jar, combine avocado oil, coconut aminos, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
    • If using a bowl, whisk to combine. If using a jar, tightly seal the jar and shake well.
    • Pour over steak.
    • Marinade for 2 to 4 hours.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 518mg | Potassium: 7mg | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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    Comments

    1. Melissa Cushing

      April 16, 2019 at 3:34 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds amazing and delicious! I just printed out this recipe as I am in need of a good marinade for grilling out this weekend. I cannot wait to try this and appreciate you sharing 🙂 Delish!

      Reply
    2. Tiffany La Forge-Grau

      April 16, 2019 at 6:18 pm

      5 stars
      Nothing beats a properly marinated steak. I would love to try this on the grill.

      Reply
    3. Heather Barber McMechan

      April 17, 2019 at 1:42 pm

      I had no idea about marinating the meat for more than a day. I typically throw out those that are left for more than a two.

      Reply
      • Wendy

        April 18, 2019 at 5:55 pm

        I am kind of the same way - I was surprised when I was researching it how long you could keep it. Chicken of course, no. But apparently steaks are ok much longer.

        Reply
    4. Urvi

      April 17, 2019 at 9:42 pm

      These looks delicious. Do you think this marinade works with tofu? I ama vegetarian and I would love to try different recipe with a twist.

      Reply
      • Wendy

        April 18, 2019 at 5:54 pm

        Yes! I think it would work beautifully.

        Reply
    5. Eveline McNeil

      May 09, 2019 at 6:54 pm

      What could I use instead of coconut aminos?

      Reply
      • Wendy

        May 14, 2019 at 12:28 pm

        You could use tamari or if you don't have an issue with gluten you could use soy sauce. Another option would be Bragg's Liquid Aminos.

        Reply
    6. John

      July 20, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      Hi are there 3 grams of carbs or 24?

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      • Wendy Polisi

        August 01, 2019 at 7:31 pm

        3 per serving, 24 for the whole recipe. But it is actually difficult to calculate because most of the marinade gets discarded.

        Reply
    7. Raiko

      July 24, 2019 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      I'm so excited because I'm going to try this tomorrow. Thanks a lot for sharing this!

      Reply
    8. Frankie

      July 24, 2019 at 12:20 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect! We're going to have a house party this weekend. I'm going to try this. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    9. Silvia

      August 08, 2019 at 3:34 pm

      What type of steak do you recommend for this recipe?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 08, 2019 at 3:40 pm

        Any cut works - it is really a matter of personal preference. It is great on less expensive cuts because it gives flavor and tenderizes. (But don't marinade overnight unless you omit the lemon juice.) I personally like filet or sirloin, while my husband prefers Rib Eye. My boys adore flank steak.

        Reply
    10. Shannon

      August 19, 2019 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      This is now my go-to steak marinade, thanks!

      Reply
    11. Taylor

      April 12, 2020 at 1:19 am

      Just tried this (my first steak ever) and the marinade was SOOOO good. I used liquid aminos because that’s what I had on hand, and marinated for about 20 hours. Cut the recipe into one fourth since it was just me and the one cut. Just delicious, and now I feel like a steak pro!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        April 14, 2020 at 8:06 pm

        Yay, Taylor! Liquid aminos is an awesome sub!

        Reply
    12. Dawn

      July 09, 2020 at 12:06 am

      5 stars
      My picky family members loved it and have requested it to be on our rotation. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        July 10, 2020 at 3:05 pm

        I am so glad that you all enjoyed it!

        Reply
    13. Carol

      August 23, 2020 at 11:13 pm

      Why omit the lemon juice when marinating overnight?

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      • Wendy Polisi

        August 24, 2020 at 4:52 pm

        It is a matter of personal preference, but generally you don't marinate meat in lemon juice for more than four hours because the acid "cooks" the meat and can make it tough.

        Reply
    14. Michelle Conner

      August 06, 2022 at 10:29 am

      Can you use anything else other than avocado o?

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        August 06, 2022 at 2:03 pm

        Yes - any heat-safe keto-friendly oil works here. I don't recommend extra virgin olive oil due to the low smoke point, but regular olive oil works.

        Reply

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