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Posted by Fezziwig's Marketplace on Sep 4th 2026

Garlic Olive Oil Steak Marinade

Fezziwig's Garlic Olive Oil is pressed from hand-picked Arbequina olives, which gives it a mild, buttery base that carries the garlic without turning bitter over a hot pan. It is the shortcut ingredient in this steak marinade.

Prep Time10 min
Cook Time10 min
Total Time20 min
Yield4 servings
DifficultyEasy-Medium
CategoryMain Course
CuisineAmerican
Made with Fezziwig's Garlic Olive Oil. Shop Fezziwig's olive oils & balsamics →

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Fezziwig's Garlic Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 steaks (ribeye, strip, or sirloin, about 8 oz each)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the Garlic Olive Oil, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  2. Add the steaks and turn to coat completely.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours for a deeper flavor.
  4. Remove the steaks from the marinade 30 minutes before cooking to come to room temperature.
  5. Sear in a hot cast-iron skillet or on a grill for 3 to 5 minutes per side, until the desired doneness is reached.
  6. Rest the steaks for 5 minutes before slicing.
Fezziwig's Tip: Pat the steaks dry before searing. Marinade left on the surface will steam the meat instead of browning it.
Make It Your Own: No fresh rosemary or thyme? Use 1 teaspoon each of the dried versions, added directly to the marinade rather than sprinkled on the finished steak, since dried herbs need the soak time to release their flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should steak marinate in olive oil?

Two to eight hours is the ideal window. Garlic Olive Oil is mild enough that it will not break down the meat's texture even at the longer end of that range.

Can this marinade be used on other cuts of meat?

Yes. It works equally well on pork chops, lamb chops, and thick-cut chicken breasts. Reduce the marinating time to 1 to 2 hours for chicken.

Can this marinade be used on a plant-based steak alternative?

Yes. The oil, Worcestershire sauce, and herb blend work well on portobello mushroom caps or a store-bought plant-based steak, though marinating time can be shortened to 30 minutes since there is no dense muscle fiber to season through.

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