Description
Sweet Teriyaki Sesame Beef Skewers offer a quick and flavorful meal, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. These skewers combine savory beef with a sweet teriyaki glaze, creating a delicious taste experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pieces Wooden Skewers (Soak in water for 1 hour)
- 1 pound Boneless Beef Sirloin Roast (Slice against the grain)
- 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (Opt for low-sodium variety)
- 1/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar (Light brown sugar can be substituted)
- 6 cloves Garlic (Pressed, or garlic powder can be used)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil (Substitute with lighter oil if desired)
- 2 tablespoons Mirin or White Sugar (Mirin is preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce (Can be omitted if unavailable)
- 1/4 cup Pineapple Juice or Fresh Crushed Pineapple (Limit marinade time to 15 minutes if using fresh)
- 2 tablespoons White Sesame Seeds (Toast for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 1 hour to prevent burning on the grill.
- In a dry skillet over medium-high heat, toast the white sesame seeds for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Stir frequently, then let them cool.
- Trim any connective tissue from the boneless beef sirloin and slice it into thin pieces, about 2 x 3 inches and 1 cm thick, always against the grain for tenderness.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, dark brown sugar, pressed garlic, sesame oil, mirin or white sugar, and hoisin sauce to create the marinade.
- Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring it is well coated. Let the beef marinate for 1 hour to infuse the sweet teriyaki flavors.
- Once marinated, thread about 6 slices of the beef onto each soaked skewer, leaving a 2-inch handle for easy grilling.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
- Grill the sweet teriyaki sesame beef skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, cooking until they become sticky and slightly charred.
- Serve your sweet teriyaki sesame beef skewers hot, with additional teriyaki sauce if desired.
Notes
- For a complete meal, serve your sweet teriyaki sesame beef skewers with steamed jasmine rice.
- Always soak wooden skewers for at least an hour to prevent burning.
- Cut beef against the grain into thin slices for tenderness.
- Do not marinate beef for more than one hour, especially if using pineapple juice, to prevent mushiness.
- Preheat your grill to around 400°F for optimal caramelization of the sweet teriyaki sesame beef.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the beef reaches at least 145°F using a meat thermometer for food safety.
- Leftover cooked sweet teriyaki sesame beef skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Marinated beef can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before grilling.
- Reheat cooked sweet teriyaki sesame beef skewers gently in the microwave or a skillet to maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg