Easy and Quick Beef Teriyaki

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Easy and Quick Beef Teriyaki recipe, perfect for busy schedules yet bursting with bold, savory-sweet flavors! Featuring tender slices of beef sirloin or flank steak coated in a rich, glossy teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, and a touch of mirin or rice vinegar, this dish balances simplicity and authenticity. Ready in just 25 minutes, it uses time-saving techniques like quick searing and a cornstarch slurry to ensure perfect texture and incredible taste every time. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it’s a comforting meal best served over steamed white rice or noodles. Whether you're craving Japanese-inspired cuisine or need a dependable dinner in minutes, this beef teriyaki recipe will hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Beef sirloin or flank steak
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Mirin or rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 4 servings Cooked white rice or noodles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the beef thinly across the grain into bite-sized strips. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin or rice vinegar, water, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 3

In another small bowl, dilute the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the beef slices in a single layer. Sear the beef for 1-2 minutes on each side until browned. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Let the beef simmer in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions over the beef before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked white rice or noodles, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1013.3 grams (1013.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1958

Total Fat 86.80g	111%
Saturated Fat 27.60g	138%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.90g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 670mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 157.20g	57%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 26.70g
Protein 131.40g	263%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 1733mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 32.5%