Easy, Tender Beef Teriyaki
This Easy, Tender Beef Teriyaki is packed with flavor and comes together in no time!
Equipment
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1-2 pounds flank steak sliced against the grain
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh minced ginger
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for slurry
- 2 tablespoons water for slurry
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Step 1: Begin by slicing your flank steak against the grain into 1/4-inch thick strips.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced beef with 1/4 cup of cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, light brown sugar, water, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
- Step 4: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips and cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring.
- Step 5: After searing, stir the beef until browned and cooked through, then remove from the skillet.
- Step 6: In the same skillet, add the teriyaki sauce mixture and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Step 7: Add the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously to thicken the sauce.
- Step 8: Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss it in the thickened sauce until well coated.
- Step 9: Serve your Easy, Tender Beef Teriyaki over steamed rice, noodles, or with fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Feel free to stir in seasonal vegetables for added nutrition.
- Swap the flank steak for chicken, shrimp, or tofu for different protein options.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick.