This Beef Teriyaki features tender strips of beef that cook quickly and are coated in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce! Ready in just 30 minutes with mostly pantry staples, this easy dish is perfect for a quick dinner. Serve it over rice and veggies for a simple, satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for more!
EQUIPMENT
INGREDIENTS
Teriyaki Beef
- 1 ½ lbs flank steak
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Teriyaki Sauce
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoons fresh ginger peeled and minced
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
For Serving
- 1 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 green onions chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
- Slice the flank steak into thin pieces, then add it to a gallon-sized Ziploc bag. Add the cornstarch to the bag, then shake until the beef pieces are coated on all sides.
- Add beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook beef until brown, about 3-4 on each side. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- While the beef is cooking, add soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, honey, and cornstarch to a medium bowl. Whisk until there are no lumps.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the teriyaki sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer until thickened. About 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked ground beef back into the teriyaki sauce and toss to coat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving. Enjoy!
NOTES
- Slicing the Beef. Be sure to slice the flank steak into thin slices going against the grain. This ensures the beef is tender and that it will cook evenly.
- Hot Skillet. Make sure the skillet and oil are hot before adding the beef. This will sear the outside of the beef and lock in the flavor and moisture.
- Use the Right Size Skillet. Use a skillet that will allow the pieces of beef to cook in a single layer. If it’s too small, consider cooking in batches so that each piece browns nicely.
- Cooking the Sauce. Simmer the teriyaki sauce until it thickens to a syrup-like consistency. A thick sauce will coat the beef much better.
- Get the Flavor Just Right. Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the sauce to your preference. You can add more honey if you want it sweeter and more soy sauce if you prefer a saltier flavor.
