30-Minute Grilled Rib Eye Steaks

Prep: 15 minCook: 10 min4 servingsmediumAmerican
Grilled Rib Eye Steaks with Soy Ginger Marinade

Rib eye steaks marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, then grilled over medium-hot heat. The eight-hour marinade develops deep flavor and tenderness, while the soy-based coating caramelizes on the grill for a rich crust.

Ingredients

4 servings
  • ½ cup soy sauce
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  • ½ cup green onion, sliced
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
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  • 2 clove garlic, minced
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  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon pepper, ground
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ½ lbs rib eye steaks

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine soy sauce, green onion, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger, pepper, and salt in a large resealable plastic bag.

  2. 2

    Add steaks to the bag.

  3. 3

    Seal and turn to coat steaks evenly.

  4. 4

    Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

  5. 5

    Drain and discard marinade.

  6. 6

    Grill steaks uncovered over medium-hot heat for 8-10 minutes or until desired doneness.

Tips

Tip 1

Pat steaks dry before grilling to promote better browning and crust development.

Tip 2

Allow steaks to rest 5 minutes after grilling before serving.

Good to Know

Storage

Marinated steaks keep refrigerated up to 2 days in the sealed bag. Cooked steaks store covered up to 3 days.

Make Ahead

Prepare marinade and steaks up to 8 hours or overnight before grilling.

Serve With

Serve hot immediately after grilling. Pairs well with grilled vegetables, baked potatoes, or salad.

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Common Mistakes

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Marinate fewer than 8 hours to avoid insufficient flavor development.

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Grill over high heat to avoid charring exterior before interior cooks.

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Skip patting steaks dry to avoid steam preventing crust formation.

Substitutions

Gluten-Free Swaps

soy sauce
tamari1:1gluten-free alternativegluten-freesoy-free

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General Alternatives

brown sugar
honey3/4 cupdarker caramelization

3

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garlic cloves
garlic powder1.5 teaspoonstags:convenience

less fresh flavor

Full guide →
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