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Juicy Sweet Soy Pork Steaks: Grilled or Baked Budget Dinner

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Learn how to marinate and cook budget-friendly pork shoulder steaks using a simple sweet soy and garlic marinade for incredibly juicy results, perfect for summer grilling or easy oven baking.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pork shoulder steaks (about 1 inch thick)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, vegetable oil, black pepper, ground ginger, and apple cider vinegar if using. This is your simple pork steak marinade.
  2. Place the pork steaks in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steaks, ensuring they are fully coated.
  3. Refrigerate and marinate the pork steaks for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor. Do not marinate longer than 8 hours due to the soy sauce.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F) or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Remove the steaks from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
  6. For Grilling: Place the steaks on the oiled grates. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  7. For Baking: Place the steaks on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  8. Remove the pork steaks from the heat and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before serving. This keeps the meat juicy.

Notes

  • For the best grilled pork steaks flavor, lightly oil your grill grates before placing the marinated meat down.
  • Pork shoulder steaks are budget-friendly but benefit greatly from the marinade to keep them tender.
  • Serve these with classic Midwest sides like creamy coleslaw or baked beans.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; 145°F is the safe internal temperature for pork.

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