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Sweet and Spicy Marinade Steak: A Quick Recipe to Spice Up Your Night – Recipe

Ivana
If you’re craving something different from your usual steak night, this sweet and spicy marinade is a great choice. It uses simple ingredients to create a bold balance that makes every bite exciting. Juicy and flavorful, this dish is the perfect way to add variety to a busy evening.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 6 minutes
Resting time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 16 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 1 person
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Grill or stovetop with frying pan / grill pan
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Meat thermometer
  • 1 Aluminum foil for resting
  • 1 Mixing bowl + whisk/spoon for marinade

Ingredients
  

  • Marinade ingredients can serve 3-5 steaks about 250g each
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Mix all the marinade ingredients until fully combined.
    Pouring Ingredients for Sweet and Spicy Marinade Steak recipe
  • Place the steak in a bowl and cover with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat the grill or pan.
    Preheat pan for Sweet and Spicy Marinade Steak recipe
  • Grill the steak at 240–250 °C for 2–3 minutes per side (adjust for your preferred doneness).
    Flipping the steak for Sweet and Spicy Marinade Steak recipe
  • Let the steak rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve and enjoy the delicious Sweet and Spicy Marinade Steak
    Slicing the Sweet and Spicy Marinade Steak

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Pair with sautéed vegetables and French fries or mashed potatoes. Drizzle with steak sauce for extra flavor. Slice into thin strips and serve with rice or pasta.

Pro Tips & Common Mistakes

Marinating for at least 1 hour is fine, but up to 8 hours will make the steak even more tender and flavorful. Don’t exceed 24 hours of marinating, the meat texture can break down. Always marinate in the refrigerator to keep it safe. Adjust spice level to your taste: add more chili sauce/flakes for heat, or reduce them for a milder version.

Now you’re ready to spice up your night in less than 30 minutes of active cooking. Save this recipe for another day when you need something bold and delicious without much fuss.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal