On 12/22/2017 11:03 AM, jmcquown wrote:
> I bought a package of four small cheap steaks, cut unspecified, for
> marinating.Â* Here's the label "Mock Tender Steak":
>
> https://s13.postimg.org/6pfwcnokn/cheap_steak.jpg
>
> The label says marinate in oil and water.Â* That sounds incredibly boring!
>
> I seasoned one steak with S&P and have it marinating in some red wine
> vinegar with a drizzle of canola oil and crushed garlic.
>
> Any other marinade suggestions for the remaining steaks?Â* NOTE:Â* I am
> *not* interested in using soy or teriyaki sauce but I'm sure someone
> will bring it up anyway. LOL
>
> Jill

I'd go with what you have already or the unmentionable teriyaki.

I've not tried this one yet but looks promising.
http://www.recipetineats.com/beef-steak-marinade/
Ingredients
2 large steaks (I used 2 x 400g/14oz t bone steaks) (Note 1)
Marinade
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp minced garlic (1 large garlic clove)
1/2 tsp onion powder (or sub with garlic powder)
1 tbsp soy sauce (Note 2)
1 tbsp oil (I use olive oil, but any oil is fine)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Black pepper
Instructions
Mix together mustard, garlic and onion powder. Then mix in remaining
ingredients.
Place beef in a ziplock bag with Marinade and marinade overnight (12 -
24 hours).
Remove from the fridge 1 hour before cooking to bring to room
temperature. Shake off excess marinade.
Heat skillet (or BBQ) on high heat until is really hot - you should see
wisps of smoke. Add oil - it will heat almost instantly. Add steaks and
cook the first side for 2 minutes, then turn and cook the other side for
1 1/2 minutes (for very medium rare). (Note 3)
Remove from skillet onto a WARM plate, cover loosely with foil and set
aside for 5 minutes.
Serve with baked potatoes and corn! I couldn't resist herb butter - see
recipe in notes.