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Beef Yakiniku

Savory Beef Yakiniku: Quick Grilled Delight for Dinner

Discover the rich flavors of Beef Yakiniku, a quick and delicious Japanese dish that transforms weeknight dinners.
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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 Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Light Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Red Chili Paste) Can substitute with sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Can replace with sweet rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger Can use ground ginger for convenience
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use garlic paste for bolder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil e.g., Avocado or Rapeseed
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar Can swap with coconut sugar
Garnish & Sides
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • 2 cups Boiled Rice Can use cauliflower rice for low-carb option
  • 1 cup Chopped Cucumber
  • 1 cup Chopped Tomato Can add bell peppers for variety
  • 1 pound Flank or Skirt Steak Thinly sliced against the grain

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the marinade ingredients and whisk until well blended and smooth.
  2. Thinly slice the flank or skirt steak against the grain and add to the marinade, ensuring even coverage.
  3. Let the beef marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Preheat a grill or wok over high heat and add a splash of neutral oil.
  5. Carefully add the marinated beef slices in a single layer and cook each side for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, remove the beef from the grill, allow it to rest for a minute, then plate and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 4servingsCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a flavorful experience, aim for up to 24 hours of marination. Customize with additional veggies as desired.

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