Beef Yakitori
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Beef Yakitori recipe, a Japanese-inspired dish that combines tender, marinated sirloin beef cubes with aromatic flavors of soy sauce, mirin, sake, garlic, and ginger. Threaded onto bamboo skewers alongside vibrant green onions, these bite-sized delights are grilled to perfection, offering a smoky, caramelized exterior while remaining juicy on the inside. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in under 40 minutes (plus marinating time) and pairs beautifully with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or exploring Japanese cuisine, Beef Yakitori promises bold flavors and eye-catching presentation that are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams beef sirloin
- 120 ml soy sauce
- 50 ml mirin
- 50 ml sake
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 12 bamboo skewers
Instructions
Soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
Trim any excess fat from the beef sirloin and cut it into bite-sized cubes, approximately 2 cm each.
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved to create the marinade.
Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for better flavor.
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the soaked bamboo skewers, alternating with chopped green onions for added flavor.
Lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side or until the beef is nicely charred and cooked to your liking.
While grilling, brush the skewers occasionally with the remaining marinade to enhance the flavor.
Once cooked, remove from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the beef yakitori hot as a delicious appetizer or as part of a main course with steamed rice and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1258 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*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.
