{"id":93477,"date":"2026-05-08T20:10:48","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T20:10:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diyhaven858.wasmer.app\/index.php\/london-broil-with-baking-soda-marinade-recipe\/"},"modified":"2026-05-08T20:10:48","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T20:10:48","slug":"london-broil-with-baking-soda-marinade-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diyhaven858.wasmer.app\/index.php\/london-broil-with-baking-soda-marinade-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"London Broil With Baking Soda Marinade Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a recipe to tenderize tough London broil, this stovetop method delivers. Despite its name, London broil refers less to a specific cut than to a technique. It starts with a lean steak (often top round or flank), which is marinated, cooked quickly over high heat, and sliced thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness.<\/p>\n<p>This easy London broil recipe relies on a savory marinade with a small amount of baking soda to help tenderize the meat and encourage browning. Though traditional London broil is often\u2026well, broiled\u2026or grilled, we prefer this stovetop cast-iron searing method for juicy, reliable results. Keep your meat thermometer handy; this lean cut becomes tough when cooked beyond medium-rare. Serve with twice-baked potatoes and a wedge salad for full steakhouse energy on a weeknight budget.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for making the best London broil<\/h2>\n<div name=\"accordion\" class=\"AccordionWrapper-gvHLGA hNLEov\">\n<div class=\"AccordionItemWrapper-iLIlCF dnShlA\">\n<div class=\"AccordionContainer-gsDmFY iQqTk\">\n<div data-testid=\"accordion-item-container\" class=\"AccordionItemContainer-jFRYlp zgmT\">\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerLabel-etvqIf drgnhO\">\n<p>How do you make London broil tender?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"BaseButton-bcGmUs ButtonWrapper-dPMEWm dFZSjb dhutMS button button--utility AccordionItemContainerButton-jMXXPz cpRpLP\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;Button&quot;}\" data-testid=\"Button\" role=\"button\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"ButtonLabel-eCjeQX eTFZtz button__label\">AccordionItemContainerButton<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerContent-fiXpuI lfFNGO opening-animation\">\n<div>\n<p>Tender London broil comes down to a few key techniques: marinating the meat, cooking it to no more than medium-rare, letting it rest before slicing, and cutting it thinly against the grain. Because this is a lean cut, overcooking can quickly make it tough. We also like to prick the steak all over with a fork before marinating so that the flavors can penetrate the steak\u2019s interior rather than just settle on the surface.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemWrapper-iLIlCF dnShlA\">\n<div class=\"AccordionContainer-gsDmFY iQqTk\">\n<div data-testid=\"accordion-item-container\" class=\"AccordionItemContainer-jFRYlp zgmT\">\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerLabel-etvqIf drgnhO\">\n<p>What is baking soda doing in the marinade?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"BaseButton-bcGmUs ButtonWrapper-dPMEWm dFZSjb dhutMS button button--utility AccordionItemContainerButton-jMXXPz cpRpLP\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;Button&quot;}\" data-testid=\"Button\" role=\"button\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"ButtonLabel-eCjeQX eTFZtz button__label\">AccordionItemContainerButton<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerContent-fiXpuI lfFNGO opening-animation\">\n<div>\n<p>A small amount of baking soda helps tenderize the meat and encourages better browning. Don\u2019t be alarmed if the marinade fizzes slightly when mixed\u2014that\u2019s simply the baking soda reacting with the acidic ingredients. While vinegar and baking soda are known to neutralize each other, the baking soda can still improve caramelization and texture.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemWrapper-iLIlCF dnShlA\">\n<div class=\"AccordionContainer-gsDmFY iQqTk\">\n<div data-testid=\"accordion-item-container\" class=\"AccordionItemContainer-jFRYlp zgmT\">\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerLabel-etvqIf drgnhO\">\n<p>Can I cook London broil on the grill?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"BaseButton-bcGmUs ButtonWrapper-dPMEWm dFZSjb dhutMS button button--utility AccordionItemContainerButton-jMXXPz cpRpLP\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;Button&quot;}\" data-testid=\"Button\" role=\"button\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"ButtonLabel-eCjeQX eTFZtz button__label\">AccordionItemContainerButton<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerContent-fiXpuI lfFNGO opening-animation\">\n<div>\n<p>Yes\u2014though we prefer a cast-iron skillet for a deep, even sear and reliable results. Cook time will depend on thickness, which can vary widely based on cut; keep a meat thermometer nearby and avoid cooking past medium-rare.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemWrapper-iLIlCF dnShlA\">\n<div class=\"AccordionContainer-gsDmFY iQqTk\">\n<div data-testid=\"accordion-item-container\" class=\"AccordionItemContainer-jFRYlp zgmT\">\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerLabel-etvqIf drgnhO\">\n<p>What does \u201cslice against the grain\u201d mean?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"BaseButton-bcGmUs ButtonWrapper-dPMEWm dFZSjb dhutMS button button--utility AccordionItemContainerButton-jMXXPz cpRpLP\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;Button&quot;}\" data-testid=\"Button\" role=\"button\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"ButtonLabel-eCjeQX eTFZtz button__label\">AccordionItemContainerButton<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerContent-fiXpuI lfFNGO opening-animation\">\n<div>\n<p>London broil is made from lean, muscular cuts with long muscle fibers. Slicing thinly against the grain shortens those fibers, making each bite more succulent. Here\u2019s a quick visual guide to identifying and slicing against the grain:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemWrapper-iLIlCF dnShlA\">\n<div class=\"AccordionContainer-gsDmFY iQqTk\">\n<div data-testid=\"accordion-item-container\" class=\"AccordionItemContainer-jFRYlp zgmT\">\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerLabel-etvqIf drgnhO\">\n<p>Can I reuse the marinade?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"BaseButton-bcGmUs ButtonWrapper-dPMEWm dFZSjb dhutMS button button--utility AccordionItemContainerButton-jMXXPz cpRpLP\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;Button&quot;}\" data-testid=\"Button\" role=\"button\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"ButtonLabel-eCjeQX eTFZtz button__label\">AccordionItemContainerButton<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"AccordionItemContainerContent-fiXpuI lfFNGO opening-animation\">\n<div>\n<p>While London broil is excellent when simply finished with some flaky salt and a pat of butter, bringing the marinade to a boil is a safe way to make an easy steak sauce. Just avoid over-reducing, which can make the sauce too intense.<\/p>\n<h5>To turn the marinade into an easy sauce:<\/h5>\n<p>Transfer reserved marinade to a small saucepan, add <strong>\u2153 cup water<\/strong>, and bring to a boil (mixture will foam). Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to avoid overflow, until foaming subsides, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add <strong>2 Tbsp. unsalted butter<\/strong>; whisk vigorously to emulsify sauce. Keep warm until ready to serve.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"AssetEmbedWrapper-iJvQnD cOWUYC asset-embed\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>Find the perfect bottle to pair with this dish at our expert-curated Bon App\u00e9tit Wine Shop.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for a recipe to tenderize tough London broil, this stovetop method delivers. Despite its name, London broil refers less to a specific cut than to a technique. 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