Easy Beef Teriyaki: Your New Go-To Weeknight Delight

Discover the stress-busting Easy Beef Teriyaki, a flavorful dish ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

1 pound Flank Steak or Sirloin Choose lean cuts for tenderness.

For the Teriyaki Sauce

1/2 cup Soy Sauce Consider gluten-free options.
1/4 cup Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferred.
1 inch Ginger (fresh) Grated or substitute with ground ginger.
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a suitable alternative.
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Delivers a rich flavor.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Canola or sunflower oil are great substitutes.

For Garnish

2 stalks Green Onions Swappable with chives.

To Serve

2 cups Rice or Noodles White or brown rice, or any noodles will complement.

Equipment

skillet
medium bowl
Knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Beef Teriyaki

Slice flank steak into thin strips against the grain, about 1/4 inch thick. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a medium bowl.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Sear beef in a single layer for about 2 minutes without stirring, then stir for another minute until cooked through.
Pour teriyaki sauce over seared beef and simmer for 3 minutes until thickened.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve over rice or noodles with additional sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate beef for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Avoid overcrowding the skillet for best results.

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