Savory Beef Yakiniku: Quick Japanese Delight at Home

Experience the savory-sweet flavor of Beef Yakiniku, a quick and easy Japanese grilled beef dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Marinating Time 2

Total Time 2 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

80 ml low-sodium light soy sauce for gluten-free use tamari
0.5 tbsp gochujang substitute with sriracha or spicy chili paste if necessary
1 tbsp mirin can be replaced with sweet sherry
2 tsp minced ginger fresh ginger is ideal
0.5 tsp garlic powder or 1 tsp of garlic paste
1 tbsp sesame oil use pure sesame oil for authenticity
1 tbsp neutral oil choose high smoking point oil
4 tbsp light brown sugar coconut sugar can be a substitute

For the Beef

1 lb flank or skirt steak slice thinly against the grain

Equipment

wok
large bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

In a large bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients.
Add the thinly sliced flank or skirt steak to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Preheat a wok over high heat until it starts to smoke.
Remove half of the marinated beef, shake off excess marinade, and add to the hot wok. Cook for about 3 minutes without stirring.
Stir the beef and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until browned. Transfer to a warm bowl and repeat with the remaining beef.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds, serve immediately with boiled rice and salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 34gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for tenderness and marinate longer for better flavor. Cooking at high heat is key for caramelization.

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