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Beef Yakiniku

Savor Homemade Beef Yakiniku in Just 30 Minutes!

Enjoy deliciously marinated beef with a perfect blend of flavors in this quick Beef Yakiniku recipe.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 750 g Flank or Skirt Steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 80 ml Low-Sodium Light Soy Sauce
  • 0.5 tbsp Gochujang
  • 1 tbsp Mirin
  • 2 tsp Minced Ginger
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder or Garlic Paste
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 4 tbsp Light Brown Sugar
For Cooking & Serving
  • 1 tbsp Neutral Oil (e.g., avocado or rapeseed)
  • Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • Boiled Rice
  • Chopped Cucumber and Tomato fresh veggies

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • grill or wok
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Beef Yakiniku
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 80 ml of low-sodium light soy sauce, ½ tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of mirin, 2 teaspoons of minced ginger, and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder or paste. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 4 tablespoons of light brown sugar, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Take 750 g of thinly sliced flank or skirt steak and immerse it in the bowl with the marinade. Use your hands or tongs to ensure each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  3. When you're ready to cook, heat either a grill or a wok over high heat. If using a grill, ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled. For a wok, add 1 tablespoon of neutral oil and heat until shimmering.
  4. Add the marinated beef slices in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on one side without moving until a caramelized crust forms. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until tender.
  5. Remove the cooked Beef Yakiniku from the heat and plate it attractively. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, serve immediately with boiled rice and a side of chopped cucumber and tomato.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize the heat level by adjusting the gochujang to suit your taste preferences.

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