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Easy Beef Teriyaki

Savory Easy Beef Teriyaki Ready in 20 Minutes Flat

This Easy Beef Teriyaki recipe shines as a go-to dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Beef Sirloin or Flank Steak Substitution: Chicken or tofu can be used for alternatives.
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier choice.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Replace with honey or maple syrup for a different twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Fresh ginger is ideal; ground ginger can serve as a substitute in a pinch.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use garlic powder if fresh garlic isn't available.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Avoid balsamic vinegar as a substitute due to its distinct taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil If you don’t have sesame oil, vegetable oil can be used.
For Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Consider arrowroot powder as a gluten-free substitute.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Alternatively, you can try chopped cilantro for a new flavor dimension.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice 1 pound of beef sirloin or flank steak thinly against the grain, about ¼ inch thick.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup of soy sauce, ¼ cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
  3. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated, then cover with plastic wrap. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour any leftover marinade into the skillet, bring to a gentle simmer and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat, transfer beef to plates, drizzle with thickened teriyaki sauce, and serve over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to swap proteins and add your favorite veggies.

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