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Beef Yakiniku

Savor the Joy of Beef Yakiniku: Quick & Irresistible Recipe

Delight in the rich flavors of Beef Yakiniku, a quick and versatile Japanese grilled dish that's perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound flank or skirt steak Tender and flavorful; sirloin or ribeye can also work.
For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium light soy sauce Substitution: Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Substitution: sriracha or chili paste.
  • 2 tablespoons mirin Can be omitted if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger Fresh is always best.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adjust garlic paste to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil Like avocado or rapeseed to prevent sticking.
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar Can swap with coconut sugar.

Equipment

  • wok
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of gochujang, 2 tablespoons of mirin, and 1 tablespoon of minced ginger. Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of neutral oil, and 1 tablespoon of light brown sugar to create a rich marinade.
  2. Place 1 pound of thinly sliced flank or skirt steak into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke. Drizzle in a bit of neutral oil.
  4. In two batches, add half of the marinated beef, searing for approximately 3 minutes then stirring and cooking for an additional 2–3 minutes until browned.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately with steamed rice and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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