Description
Beef Teriyaki is a quick and savory Japanese-inspired dish made with thin slices of seared beef glazed in a rich, glossy sauce of soy, garlic, and ginger. Sweet, salty, and satisfying, this easy meal comes together in 30 minutes and is perfect over rice or alongside vegetables for a complete dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon neutral oil
1⁄3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
1. Place the beef in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm it up, then slice thinly against the grain.
2. Toss sliced beef with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and set aside.
3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, water, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
4. In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to make a slurry.
5. Heat oil in a skillet or wok over high heat. Sear beef in batches for 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
6. Pour sauce into the pan and simmer over medium heat for 2–3 minutes. Add the slurry and cook until thickened.
7. Return beef to the pan and toss in the sauce to coat evenly. Cook for 1 more minute.
8. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over rice or your favorite side.
Notes
Slice the beef thin and against the grain to keep it tender and easy to chew.
Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness and enhance balance.
Make the sauce first so you’re not scrambling while the beef is cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef teriyaki, teriyaki beef, easy dinner, stir fry, Asian beef