Description
Sweet, sticky, and savory teriyaki beef—this recipe combines Japanese techniques with bold Southern flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a creative fusion dish that pleases every crowd.
Ingredients
1 lb flank steak
1/2 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
1/4 cup brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup)
2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp powdered)
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
1. Slice beef thinly against the grain and toss with 1 tsp soy sauce + pinch of cornstarch.
2. Whisk remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
3. Heat skillet over medium-high, sear beef 2 minutes per side.
4. Pour in sauce, simmer for 3–5 minutes until reduced.
5. Mix and stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken sauce.
6. Serve over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps.
7. Optional: Add bell peppers, pineapple chunks, or drizzle chili oil.
Notes
Thinly slicing against the grain ensures tenderness.
Use a hot skillet to quickly sear and lock in juices.
Rest beef before serving for maximum flavor.
Pairs well with jasmine rice, noodles, or tortillas for fusion tacos.
Store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to a month.
Great in fried rice, wraps, omelets, or bao buns as leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: teriyaki beef, fusion, stir fry, weeknight dinner