Juicy and flavorful, these marinated herb butter T-bone steaks are a must-try for any grilling enthusiast. Marinated in a rich blend of red wine, soy sauce, and ginger, then grilled to perfection, these steaks are finished with a delicious herb-infused butter. While T-bone steaks are a favorite for this recipe, other cuts like Filet Mignon, New York Strip, Porterhouse, Ribeye, or Petite Shoulder work just as well. Fun fact: the T-bone steak features two tender cuts—the tenderloin and the strip steak.
Ingredients for Marinated Herb Butter T-Bone Steaks
Steak Marinade
- 4 T-bone steaks
- 1 cup dry red wine (240 mL)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (45 mL)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (30 mL)
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger (15 g)
Herb Butter
- 1 stick butter (1/2 cup / 115 g), softened
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (1.5 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano (1 g)
- 1 tsp dried basil (1 g)
- 1 tbsp dried parsley (3 g)
- 2 tsp dried chives (2 g)
Instructions for Marinated Herb Butter T-Bone Steaks
Step 1: Marinate the Steaks
In a large resealable plastic bag (e.g., Ziploc), combine the T-bone steaks, dry red wine, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and freshly grated ginger.
Seal the bag, ensuring the marinade covers the steaks evenly. Place the bag in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning it every 15 minutes to maximize flavor absorption.
Step 2: Prepare the Herb Butter
In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter with onion powder, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried parsley, and dried chives. Blend well to create a smooth herb butter mixture. Set aside.
Step 3: Grill the Steaks
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steaks from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels to avoid flare-ups.
Place the steaks on the preheated grill and cook to your desired level of doneness:
- Rare: 120°F (49°C)
- Medium Rare: 130°F (54°C)
- Medium: 140°F (60°C)
- Medium Well: 150°F (65°C)
- Well Done: 160°F (71°C)
During the final minute of grilling, add 1 tablespoon of the prepared herb butter on top of each steak. Allow it to melt and infuse the meat with rich flavors.
Step 4: Rest and Serve
Remove the steaks from the grill and place them on a plate. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 10 minutes. Resting ensures the juices redistribute throughout the steak, keeping it tender and moist.
Before serving, top each steak with an additional tablespoon of herb butter for an extra layer of flavor.
