Description
This Easy Beef Teriyaki is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender beef slices in a rich, sweet, and savory teriyaki sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice or noodles with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef:
- 500 g (1 lb) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons mirin (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or additional sugar)
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
For Garnish (Optional):
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
🥩 Prepare the Beef:
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch.
- Toss until the beef is evenly coated and set aside while preparing the sauce.
🍯 Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
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Mix Sauce Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, mirin, honey, ginger, and garlic.
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Prepare the Slurry:
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Set aside for thickening the sauce.
🔥 Cook the Beef:
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Sear the Beef:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and just cooked through.
- Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
- Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the same skillet.
- Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
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Combine Beef and Sauce:
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet.
- Toss to coat the beef evenly in the sauce.
🍽️ Serve:
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Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Serving Suggestions:
- Serve over white or brown rice, or with noodles.
- Add a side of steamed broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make It Spicy: Add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute beef with tofu or a mix of stir-fried vegetables.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.