A great marinade doesn’t just season, it transforms. This Brazilian Steakhouse Marinade Recipe takes its inspiration from the bold, savory flavors found in authentic churrasco-style grilling. Crafted with ingredients like fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs, it’s designed to tenderize and flavor the meat from the inside out. Whether preparing sirloin, flank, or ribeye, this marinade delivers a vibrant, restaurant-quality finish at home. Simply coat your steak, marinate for 4–6 hours (or overnight), grill or sear, and rest the meat before slicing. It’s a celebration of flavor, Latin flair, and home-cooked excellence all in one!

Homemade Brazilian Steakhouse Marinade Recipe

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Servings

cup

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

Savory and herb-packed Brazilian Steakhouse Marinade made with soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and spices. Coat steak, marinate 4–6 hours or overnight, then grill and rest before slicing. Makes ~1 cup. Best used within 3 days if stored.

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Ingredients

3 tbsp Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Olive Oil
2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
1 tsp Brown Sugar
4 cloves Garlic (minced)
½ small Onion (grated)
1½ tsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tsp Ground Coriander
1 tsp Dried Oregano
½ tsp Dried Thyme
½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes
½ tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped)

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Use a whisk to mix everything until thoroughly incorporated.
Use immediately or store the marinade in the refrigerator in a well-fitting container until needed.

Notes

This rich and zesty Brazilian Steakhouse Marinade Recipe yields just under 1 cup, enough to coat 1½ to 2 pounds of steak generously.
Simply coat the steak and let it marinate for 4–6 hours or overnight for best results. After marinating, remove excess, pat dry, and grill or sear as desired.
Let the meat rest before slicing to lock in juices. Store any leftover marinade (before using on meat) in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.