Steak Teriyaki
Steak Teriyaki
Ingredients
For the Teriyaki Marinade and Sauce
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, about 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, granulated sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic for the teriyaki marinade. Pour 1/2 cup of this mixture into a shallow dish or resealable bag.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Add the sirloin steak to the shallow dish or bag with the 1/2 cup of marinade, ensuring the steak is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
While the steak is marinating, prepare the remaining teriyaki sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Pour the remaining teriyaki marinade (the portion not used for marinating the steak) into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Carefully place the steak in the hot skillet. Sear for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check for internal temperature (130-135°F for medium-rare).
⏱️ 10 min
- 8
Remove the steak from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Slice the rested steak into thin strips. Arrange the sliced steak on serving plates. Drizzle generously with the prepared teriyaki sauce.
⏱️ 3 min
- 10
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with rice or your favorite side dishes.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Steak Teriyaki
For the Teriyaki Marinade and Sauce
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, about 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, granulated sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic for the teriyaki marinade. Pour 1/2 cup of this mixture into a shallow dish or resealable bag.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Add the sirloin steak to the shallow dish or bag with the 1/2 cup of marinade, ensuring the steak is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
While the steak is marinating, prepare the remaining teriyaki sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Pour the remaining teriyaki marinade (the portion not used for marinating the steak) into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Carefully place the steak in the hot skillet. Sear for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check for internal temperature (130-135°F for medium-rare).
⏱️ 10 min - 8
Remove the steak from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Slice the rested steak into thin strips. Arrange the sliced steak on serving plates. Drizzle generously with the prepared teriyaki sauce.
⏱️ 3 min - 10
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with rice or your favorite side dishes.
⏱️ 1 min