Description
These Teriyaki Marinated Beef Strips with Sesame Seeds are your go-to for a quick dinner that’s loaded with bold flavor. Sweet, salty, and savory come together in every caramelized bite of beef, all coated in a sticky teriyaki glaze and finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas or high-protein food ideas that cook fast, this recipe delivers big taste with minimal effort. Perfect for weeknight dinners, last-minute gatherings, or even a flavorful twist on meal prep.
Ingredients
1 pound beef strips (flank, sirloin, or ribeye)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons water (for slurry)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Reserve a few tablespoons for glaze.
2. Place beef strips in a resealable bag or shallow bowl and pour marinade over. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
3. Heat a skillet over high heat. Remove beef from marinade and sear in batches until browned, 2–3 minutes per side.
4. Add reserved marinade and cornstarch slurry to skillet. Stir and cook until thickened.
5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot.
Notes
Always slice beef against the grain to keep it tender.
For extra caramelization, pat beef dry before searing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef strips, easy dinner, teriyaki beef, skillet dinner, weeknight dinner