Yakiniku (Japanese Grilled Meat)
This Yakiniku recipe features thinly sliced beef marinated in a savory-sweet sauce, quickly grilled to perfection. It's a popular Japanese BBQ dish, perfect for sharing with friends and family. Enjoy it with steamed rice and fresh vegetables.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 590 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten, sesame, soy, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 500 gbeef sirloin, very thinly sliced
marinade
- 60 mlsoy sauce
- 30 mlsake
- 30 mlmirin
- 15 gsugar
- 2 clovegarlic, grated
- 1 tbspginger, grated
- 1 tspsesame oil
garnish
- 2 pcsgreen onion, chopped
- 1 tspsesame seed, toasted
side
- 8 pcslettuce leaf(optional)
- 2 cupsteamed rice(optional)
Equipment
tongs · bowl · grill pan
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, sake, mirin, sugar, grated garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil for the marinade.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved in the marinade.
- 2
Add the thinly sliced beef sirloin to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Using a resealable bag can help coat the meat evenly and reduce cleanup.
- 3
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the beef for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Do not marinate for too long, as the acid in the marinade can toughen the meat.
- 4
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: A well-heated grill ensures a good sear and prevents sticking.
- 5
Cook the marinated beef in batches, without overcrowding the grill, for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly charred and cooked through.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Cook quickly due to the thinness of the meat to keep it tender.
- 6
Transfer the cooked beef to a serving platter.
- 7
Garnish with chopped green onion and toasted sesame seeds.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: A sprinkle of chili flakes can add a nice kick if desired.
- 8
Serve immediately with fresh lettuce leaves and steamed rice, if desired.
Cook’s note: Wrap the grilled meat in lettuce for a refreshing bite.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 589.8kcal
- Protein
- 37.8g
- Carbs
- 48.8g
- Fat
- 26g
- Fibre
- 1.8g
- Sugar
- 7.4g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover yakiniku in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat until warmed through, or microwave briefly.
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