CELEBRATE Chinese New Year today and banish the January blues with these Eastern twist on a good old steak by actress and Celebrity Masterchef winner Lisa Faulkner.

Soy Chilli Marinade

1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
1/4 Cup Olive Oil
3 tbsps. Worcestershire sauce
Crushed Chilli or Chilli Powder to taste  (I use half a teaspoon of Lazy Chili which makes it pretty spicy)
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and Pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together - I actually do in a blender to get it really well mixed - and coat the steaks .  Leave at least 30 minutes, but overnight is best. Should make enough for at least 2 large steaks (or more!)

Balsamic Soy Marinade

1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
1/4 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
1/4 Cup Olive Oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 shallot, finely chopped / minced
salt & pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together - I actually do in a blender to get it really well mixed - and coat the steaks.   Leave at least 30 minutes, but overnight is best. Should make enough for at least 2 large steaks (or more!)