Soy-Free Beef Yakitori
Savor the rich, umami-packed flavors of Soy-Free Beef Yakitori, a delicious twist on a Japanese classic! This allergy-friendly recipe swaps traditional soy sauce for a luscious marinade made with mirin, sake, rice vinegar, honey, and aromatic ginger and garlic. Tender cubes of beef sirloin or ribeye are infused with this bold marinade, then threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection, creating a caramelized, smoky finish. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish offers a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a protein-packed main course, it's a must-try for grill enthusiasts and those seeking soy-free options on their menu. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is as easy as it is irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 60 milliliters Mirin
- 60 milliliters Sake
- 30 milliliters Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds, toasted
- 10 pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine mirin, sake, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and one tablespoon of vegetable oil. Mix well to create the marinade.
Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.
While the beef is marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using a broiler, preheat the oven for grilling.
Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the soaked skewers, ensuring even distribution. Leave a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
Brush the grill grates or oven grill rack with the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Place the beef skewers on the preheated grill or under the broiler. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the beef is caramelized and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle the skewers with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute or two before serving.
Serve the soy-free beef yakitori immediately as a delicious appetizer or part of a main course, optionally accompanied by rice or fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.7 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.4 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 2675 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.9 g | ||
| Protein | 98.2 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1601 mg | 34% | |
*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.
