For the Hawaiian BBQ Marinade
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1 inch ginger, fresh, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 garlic, cloves, peeled
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, chunks
For the Sandwiches
- 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter, or cooking oil, as needed
- 8 hot dog buns
- 8 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Hawaiian BBQ Marinade: Combine the soy sauce, mirin, ginger, garlic, and fresh pineapple chunks in a Nutribullet cup or similar blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. This should take about 30-60 seconds.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Marinate the Beef: Place the diced beef into a medium-sized bowl. Pour the freshly blended Hawaiian BBQ marinade over the beef. Using your hands or a spoon, mix thoroughly to ensure all pieces of beef are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Preheat and Grease the Griddle: Turn on your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon of butter or cooking oil to one section of the griddle. Use a paper towel or griddle scraper to spread the butter/oil evenly over the surface.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Cook the Marinated Beef: Carefully pour the marinated beef onto the greased section of the hot griddle. Using a spatula, spread the beef into an even layer. As it cooks, continuously chop and mix the beef to ensure it browns evenly and cooks through. Continue cooking for 7-10 minutes, or until the beef is fully cooked and slightly caramelized.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Toast the Buns: While the beef is cooking, add another 1 tablespoon of butter or cooking oil to a separate, clean section of the griddle. Spread it evenly. Split the hot dog buns open and place them face down onto the greased griddle. Toast for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from the griddle and set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Melt Cheese on Beef: Once the beef is cooked, gather it into 4 equal portions on the griddle. Place 2 slices of provolone cheese on top of each portion of hot beef. Allow the cheese to melt for about 1 minute, or until gooey and slightly bubbly.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Assemble the Sandwiches: Using a spatula, carefully scoop one portion of the cheesed beef from the griddle and place it into a toasted hot dog bun. Repeat with the remaining beef and buns.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Serve: For easier eating, you can cut each assembled sandwich in half. Serve immediately and enjoy your Hawaiian BBQ Sandwiches!
⏱️ 1 min