Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe with Tequila Barbecue Glaze – Easily learn how to grill ribeye steak made perfectly tender and flavorful with a sweet yet tangy ribeye marinade and glaze.
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With Chicago finally getting the message on warmer weather, I simply can’t resist getting outside to enjoy it while it lasts. Each year, my entire family loves to get together and grill. With so many of us, it can be difficult to determine what to make. We all have our unique tastes.
Perks and Highlights of the Best Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe
Cuisine Inspiration: American Barbecue
Primary Cooking Method: Grilling
Dietary Info: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free soy sauce)
Key Flavor: Smoky, Rich, and Bold
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sweet Highlights:
- Perk 1: Marinade Magic
The marinade not only tenderizes the ribeye but also infuses it with a burst of flavor that sets the stage for grilling greatness. - Perk 2: Tequila Twist
The tequila barbecue glaze adds a unique twist, bringing a bit of booze-infused sweetness and complexity to the dish. - Perk 3: Caramelized Perfection
The final grill with the glaze ensures a caramelized, sticky exterior that is simply irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Ribeye Steak Marinade:
- Ribeye Steaks: We’re talking about two glorious boneless ribeye steaks, each weighing in at a hefty pound. This is where the magic starts!
- Apple Cider Vinegar: This brings a tangy kick to the party, tenderizing the steaks and adding a zesty flavor.
- Soy Sauce: A dash of umami goodness, bringing depth and saltiness to your marinade.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: This is the smooth operator of the group, ensuring everything melds together perfectly and adds a touch of richness.
- Dark Brown Sugar: A sweet whisper that balances out the acidity and adds a caramel-like undertone.
- Minced Garlic: Because, let’s be honest, garlic makes everything better. It adds a punch of flavor that’s just irresistible.
- Worcestershire Sauce: This is the secret weapon for a savory, slightly tangy kick.
- Seasoned Salt: Bringing all the flavors together with a seasoned hug.
- Black Pepper: A little bit of spice to tickle your taste buds.
For the Tequila Barbecue Glaze:
- Barbecue Sauce: The backbone of this glaze, providing a rich and smoky base.
- Tequila: A shot for the sauce, and maybe one for the chef? Tequila adds a unique twist and a bit of boozy fun.
- Soy Sauce: Just a touch more of that umami magic.
- Worcestershire Sauce: Because we love that savory goodness, don’t we?
- Dark Brown Sugar: Sweetening up the deal once again.
- Garlic Powder: Bringing in a different dimension of garlic flavor.
- Smoked Paprika: A smoky hug that ties all the flavors together.
- Seasoned Salt: The final touch to ensure every bite is seasoned to perfection.
Now, with these ingredients at your disposal, you’re ready to grill up a storm and enjoy a steak that’s not just a meal, but an experience! Happy grilling!
How To Grill Ribeye Steak
Ribeye Steak Marinade:
- Whisk together all the marinade ingredients until well combined.
- Place the ribeye steaks in a large freezer bag and pour the marinade over them.
- Ensure the steaks are well-coated, seal the bag, and let them marinate in the refrigerator. Give them a good 6-8 hours to soak up all that flavorful goodness.
Tequila Barbecue Glaze:
- In a small pot, combine the barbecue sauce, tequila, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, and set it over medium heat.
- Wait for the mixture to start bubbling, then whisk in the brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and seasoned salt.
- Keep whisking until everything is beautifully combined and the glaze is smooth.
Grill Time for Ribeye:
- Preheat your grill to a medium heat setting.
- Take the steaks out of the marinade, give them a season of salt and ground black pepper, and lay them on the grill.
- Grill each side for 3-5 minutes. The actual time will depend on how thick your steaks are and how well-done you like your meat.
- Brush that delicious tequila barbecue glaze over both sides of the steaks. Give them an extra minute on each side on the grill to let that glaze caramelize.
- Once they’re grilled to perfection, transfer the steaks to a plate and let them rest for about 5 minutes.
- After the rest, serve them up with a little extra glaze on the side for that added zing!
Adding More Flavor to this Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe
All that’s left is to add on a seasonal flare, like this Tequila BBQ Glaze, to guarantee that everyone will want a cut of delicious steak on their table this summer. The dark brown sugar specifically adds a stronger molasses flavor than the typical light brown sugar; its caramel undertones when added to your favorite barbecue sauce are to die for. To balance out the sweetness, I added the depth of a unique tequila flavor. Tequila really shines with all of these ingredients giving the sauce its own personality.
The tender, succulent grilled ribeye is the perfect match to stand up to these bold flavors. The final product is rich with decadent summer inspired taste! I’m pretty sure everyone at my family cookout will get a kick out of this recipe this year (if it isn’t grilling season, feel free to check out this post on how to sear the perfect steak instead).
How to Store
- Before storing, let your ribeye steak come to room temperature. This helps to preserve its texture and taste.
- Place the steak in an airtight container, or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. This step is crucial to prevent air from getting in and drying out the meat.
- Store the steak in the refrigerator and aim to eat it within 3-4 days for optimal freshness and safety.
- If you’re not planning to eat the steak in the next few days, you can freeze it instead. Ensure it’s wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn, and it should stay good for up to 3 months.
- If you have any leftover tequila barbecue glaze, store it in a separate airtight container in the refrigerator. Use it within a week for best results.
How to Serve
This recipe is great served with some great bbq sides like the following:
Other Amazing Steak Recipes
To satisfy everyone, I begin masterminding new grill recipes filled with tons of flavor like this stuffed flank steak, london broil, carne asada recipe or this marinated skirt steak recipe.
Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe with Tequila Barbecue Glaze
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Ingredients
For the Ribeye Steak Marinade:
- 2 Ribeye Steaks Boneless (1 pound each)
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Tequila Barbecue Glaze:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons tequila
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
Instructions
For the Ribeye Steak Marinade:
- Whisk together all ingredients and pour into a large freezer sized bag. Next add Ribeyes and marinade in the refrigerator for at least 6-8 hours.
For the Tequila Barbecue Glaze:
- In a small sized pot, add barbecue sauce, tequila, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce over medium heat.
- Once the mixture begins to bubble, whisk in brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and salt and mix until combined.
How To Grill Ribeye:
- Remove steaks from marinade and season with salt and ground black pepper. Place steaks on medium grill. Grill steaks for 3-5 minutes on each side depending on level of doneness you prefer and thickness of steaks. Next brush glaze on both sides of each steak and grill an additional minute on each side until glaze caramelizes. Transfer steaks to a plate and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes. Once rested, serve with additional glaze. For more information on grilling visit www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com/cooking/grilling.
Notes
- Before storing, let your ribeye steak come to room temperature. This helps to preserve its texture and taste.
- Place the steak in an airtight container, or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. This step is crucial to prevent air from getting in and drying out the meat.
- Store the steak in the refrigerator and aim to eat it within 3-4 days for optimal freshness and safety.
- If you’re not planning to eat the steak in the next few days, you can freeze it instead. Ensure it’s wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn, and it should stay good for up to 3 months.
- If you have any leftover tequila barbecue glaze, store it in a separate airtight container in the refrigerator. Use it within a week for best results.
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Wonderful recipe
My husband is a hardcore carnivore… meat with every meal.. Ribeyes are his favorite steak. I made this for Sunday dinner. It was a total hit. The glaze was awesome. There were no leftovers, so I had to promise to make it again within the week.
Huge hit with the family! Addictive flavours
Will definitely make this steak again!
Oh my gosh!! This is delicious! Made it for Father’s Day 2020. The marinade adds so much flavor to the steak and the glaze. THE GLAZE!! The steak was fabulous hot off the grill and just as fabulous, eaten cold as leftovers the next day (but seriously, don’t ask me how there were even any leftovers! Definitely my lucky day!) Listen, I see you there on the fence thinking about what to make for dinner. Get off the fence now and go make this! LOL
This glaze is INCREDIBLE! We did the steaks with a sous vide, added some sauce when we seared, and poured the rest over the top when it was served, it turned out perfect!!