The Perfect Steak Marinade. Where are you?

Hmm, I am in search of the perfect marinade for steak. Teriyaki is easy and delicious, been there. Olive oil, balsamic vinegar, crushed garlic and various garden herbs of your choosing; club med style – nice! Go south of the border with some chili powder, olive oil and cumin. I’ve done these in addition to dozens of free-style, what’s-in-the-pantry improvised concoctions. Some have served me well. Some have tenderized nicely. Some have failed miserably.

I change it up often, but have yet to find the ingredients that blow the lids off my guests’ culinary palettes. I can’t bring myself to use a premade deal that you buy in stores; not when the answer lies in the perfect combination of ingredients between the Any-where-USA Farmers Market and the Lucky grocery store.

The quest continues. Your ideas are welcome!