The Best Miso Marinated Steak Recipe

This Miso Marinated Steak is full of umami flavor that compliments this delicious venison steak served with baby bok choy and enoki mushrooms.

Miso Marinated Steak for Dinner

If you’re a home cook looking for a bold and delicious steak marinade recipe, this Miso Marinated Steak is your new best friend. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table without hours of effort. Packed with umami, tender venison steak pairs perfectly with garlicky bok choy and earthy Enoki mushrooms for a well-rounded meal your family will love.

What Is Miso?

Miso is a Japanese seasoning made from fermented soybeans, often mixed with rice or barley. It comes in several varieties, but this recipe uses shiro miso, or white miso. Unlike red miso, shiro miso is fermented for a shorter time, giving it a mild, sweet flavor that doesn’t overpower other ingredients. Its pale yellow to light beige color makes it distinct and perfect for lighter dishes like marinades. Shiro miso’s delicate umami profile enhances the natural flavors of venison, creating a marinade that’s both balanced and irresistible.

Why Choose Venison Steak?

Venison loin, or backstrap, is a lean and tender cut that is absolutely delicious in this miso marinade. After being tenderized with a Jaccard meat tenderizer, it absorbs flavors beautifully, and the miso marinade takes it to the next level, creating a juicy, flavorful steak that practically melt in your mouth. If you’ve been searching for the perfect marinated venison steak recipe, this is it.

The Ingredients You'll Need For Miso Steak

For this miso steak recipe, you need just a handful of pantry staples and fresh produce:

Steak Marinade:

• 1 pound venison loin (backstrap)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoon miso soybean paste
• 2 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

For the Sides:

• 4 baby bok choy, cleaned, trimmed, and cut in half lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 handful Enoki mushrooms, cleaned

Garlic Soy Sauce:

• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

How To Make Miso Marinated Steak

Step 1: Prepare the Steak

On a cutting board, tenderize the steak with a Jaccard meat tenderizer, then slice it into thin strips. This step ensures the venison cooks quickly and evenly while staying tender.

Step 2: Make the Marinade

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, miso paste, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Pour the mixture into a Ziploc bag, add the steak, and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes. This quick marinade deeply infuses the meat with flavor.

Step 3: Prepare the Garlic Soy Sauce

While the steak marinates, whisk together soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Set the sauce aside for later.

Step 4: Cook the Steak

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and cook for about 3 minutes per side. Once done, wrap the steak in aluminum foil and let it rest while you prepare the vegetables.

Step 5: Sauté the Bok Choy

Using the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and the halved bok choy. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip them over, add 1 tablespoon water, cover the pan, and cook for another 2 minutes. Uncover and cook for 2 more minutes, letting most of the liquid evaporate. Remove the bok choy to your serving platter.

Step 6: Cook the Mushrooms

Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet and sauté the Enoki mushrooms for 2 minutes. Remove them and place them on the serving platter with the bok choy.

Step 7: Assemble and Serve

Take the steak out of the foil and arrange it on the platter with the bok choy and mushrooms. Drizzle the garlic soy sauce over everything and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Pro Tips For Success

1. Don’t Skip the Tenderizing: Venison is naturally lean, so tenderizing it with a Jaccard meat tenderizer ensures a juicy result.
2. Use a Hot Skillet: A hot pan creates a nice sear on the steak, locking in the juices and flavor.
3. Rest the Meat: Wrapping the steak in foil after cooking lets the juices redistribute, keeping it moist and tender

Miso Steak Recipe

This miso steak recipe is proof that you don’t need complicated techniques to create a stunning meal. With a simple miso marinade, tender venison steak transforms into a savory, satisfying dish that’s perfect for families looking for a healthy dinner on a busy weeknight. Pair it with garlicky bok choy and mushrooms, and you’ve got a dinner that’s sure to become a household favorite. Try it tonight and discover why miso marinated steak deserves a spot on your table!

More Great Venison Steak Recipes

If you are looking for more great venison steak recipes, be sure and check out some of these other family favorites:

• Cast Iron Venison Steak Recipe
• Deer Backstrap and Potato Stacks
• Deer Steak and Mushroom Crostini
• Venison Steak and Mushroom Galette Recipe 

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