Heart-Healthy Yakiniku
Discover a guilt-free twist on a Japanese classic with Heart-Healthy Yakiniku, a savory dish that's bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender slices of lean beef, perfectly seared for a mouthwatering caramelized crust, and a medley of colorful vegetables like zucchini, bell pepper, and shiitake mushrooms, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. The star of the dish is its light yet flavorful marinade made with low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a hint of sesame oil, ensuring every bite is packed with umami while being heart-friendly. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a healthy alternative during grilling season. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it pairs beautifully with brown rice for a balanced meal. Keywords like “heart-healthy,” “Japanese yakiniku recipe,” and “lean beef stir-fry” make this a must-try for those seeking wholesome, flavor-packed recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Lean beef (sirloin, tenderloin, or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 1 medium Zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 medium Bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 1 small Red onion, sliced
- 200 grams Mushrooms (shiitake or button), halved
- 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 stalks Green onion, sliced
- 2 cups Cooked brown rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to create the marinade.
Place the thinly sliced lean beef in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour half of the marinade over the beef, reserving the other half. Let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
While the beef is marinating, prepare the vegetables by slicing the zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, red onion, and mushrooms.
Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the pan with a small amount of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the beef from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drain. Grill or sear the beef slices for 1-2 minutes per side, until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Set the beef aside.
Using the same pan, add the vegetables in batches, starting with the sturdier ones like carrots. Stir-fry or grill each batch for 3-4 minutes, until they are tender-crisp.
Arrange the cooked beef and vegetables on a serving platter. Drizzle with the reserved marinade for added flavor, ensuring it was not cross-contaminated with raw meat.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion over the top as garnish.
Serve immediately, optionally paired with cooked brown rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.9 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1783 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.9 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 106.8 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2926 mg | 62% | |
*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.
