Beef Teriyaki

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Method: Grilling, Pan Frying

Cuisine: Japanese

Courses: Bento Box, Comfort Food, Main Courses

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Teriyaki is a signature Japanese cooking style known for its glossy, savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar. The name derives from ‘teri,’ meaning luster, and ‘yaki,’ meaning to grill or broil, perfectly describing the dish’s shiny glaze and cooking method.

Traditionally made with chicken (tori no teriyaki) or fish such as salmon or yellowtail, teriyaki has evolved to include variations like beef teriyaki, which has gained popularity worldwide. This dish perfectly balances rich, hearty flavors with the sweet and savory notes of the teriyaki glaze, making it a favorite for family meals and special occasions.

Ingredients

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sake
1/4 cup mirin
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
1 pound beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 thumb-sized piece ginger, minced
4 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:

1
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sake, mirin, sugar, and honey (if using). Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and set aside.
2
Cook the Beef:
3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Pan sear the beef to the temp of your liking.

Add the Teriyaki Sauce:

5
Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the pan with the beef. Stir to coat the beef evenly in the sauce.
6
Allow the sauce to simmer and reduce, turning glossy and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to overcook, as the sauce can become too thick.

Serve:

7
Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the beef to a serving platter.
8
Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.
9
Serve hot, alongside steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

Maricel's Tips

For an extra tender and flavorful beef, try marinating the slices in a bit of the teriyaki sauce for 15-20 minutes before cooking. Just be sure to reduce the sauce in the pan afterward to avoid too much liquid.

If you want to add more depth to the sauce, try adding a splash of rice vinegar or a dash of Worcestershire sauce. It adds a subtle tanginess that complements the sweetness of the teriyaki, giving the dish an extra layer of flavor.

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