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Beef Yakiniku

Savory Beef Yakiniku: A Quick Japanese Grilled Delight

Beef Yakiniku is a quick, flavorful Japanese grilled dish that brings excitement to weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 750 g Flank or Skirt Steak thinly sliced against the grain
For the Marinade
  • 80 ml Low-Sodium Light Soy Sauce for depth of flavor
  • 0.5 tbsp Gochujang (Korean Red Chili Paste) or sriracha for a substitute
  • 1 tbsp Mirin essential for authentic sweetness
  • 2 tsp Minced Ginger fresh is best
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder or Paste paste delivers richer flavor
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil for its nutty essence
  • 1 tbsp Neutral Oil to prevent sticking while frying
  • 4 tbsp Light Brown Sugar or honey for a twist
For Garnishing and Serving
  • Sesame Seeds for texture
  • Boiled Rice serves as a base
  • Chopped Cucumber and Tomato for balance and freshness

Equipment

  • wok
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, gochujang, mirin, ginger, garlic powder, sesame oil, neutral oil, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until glossy.
  2. Marinate the steak by adding it to the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated. Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat a wok over high heat until smoking lightly.
  4. Cook the steak in a single layer; sear undisturbed for 3 minutes, then stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and repeat with remaining beef.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot with rice and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize your spice level by adjusting gochujang or adding sriracha. Marinating for up to 24 hours enhances flavor.

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