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Teriyaki Beef

Quick and savory teriyaki beef with a glossy sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve over rice with a sprinkle of green onions.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
28g
Teriyaki Beef
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the 1 lb sliced beef in a single layer and cook without stirring for 2-3 minutes until browned on one side.

  3. 3

    Stir the beef and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until it is browned all over and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes total.

  4. 4

    Pour the sauce over the beef and stir constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef, turning glossy.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and sprinkle with the 2 sliced green onions. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

  6. 6

    Optional: add a pinch of red pepper flakes or grated ginger for extra kick.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

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