Grilled Whiskey-Marinated Ribeye with Charred Corn Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

Tender ribeye steaks marinated in a whiskey-spiced mixture, grilled to perfection, and served with a smoky charred corn and pepper salad for a Texas-inspired dinner. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ribeye steaks, whiskey, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 steaks (8 oz each, 1-inch thick) ribeye steaks
• 1/4 cup whiskey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 3 ears corn on the cob, husked
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup whiskey, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 1/2 tsp salt. Place 4 ribeye steaks (8 oz each) in a resealable bag and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush 3 ears of husked corn with 1 tbsp olive oil and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently, until charred and tender. Remove from grill and let cool.
3. Step 3: Cut the grilled corn kernels off the cob and transfer to a bowl. Add 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 1/2 small finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Toss to combine.
4. Step 4: Remove steaks from marinade, pat dry lightly, and grill over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled ribeye steaks with the charred corn salad spooned alongside for a smoky, flavorful dinner.