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Easy Sweet Soy Pork Steaks for Grilling or Baking

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Make juicy, budget-friendly pork shoulder steaks with a simple sweet soy and garlic marinade. This recipe works well 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

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, vegetable oil, black pepper, and ground ginger to create the 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 content.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F) or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates or line a baking sheet with foil.
  5. Remove the steaks from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
  6. For grilling: Place the steaks on the preheated grill. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  7. For baking: Place the steaks on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 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 resting period keeps the meat juicy.

Notes

  • For the best results when grilling, aim for nice grill marks by placing the steaks over direct heat, then move them to indirect heat to finish cooking to temperature.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce for basting, reserve 2 tablespoons of the marinade before adding the raw meat, then simmer it in a small saucepan for 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
  • Serve these sweet soy pork steaks with creamy mashed potatoes or a simple summer coleslaw for a complete easy pork dinner.

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