Teriyaki Beef Skewers Recipe

Japanese · Main course · 30 min total

Juicy beef skewers glazed with a homemade sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for grilling or broiling.

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup mirin
• 2 tablespoons sake
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Thread beef cubes onto soaked skewers, dividing evenly.
3. Brush skewers with vegetable oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
4. Grill over high heat or broil, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked to desired doneness, about 8-10 minutes for medium.
5. Brush teriyaki sauce onto skewers during the last 2 minutes of cooking, turning to coat.
6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with remaining sauce on the side.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate beef in half the teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before skewering.
• These skewers are great with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
• Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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