Description
Sesame Beef is a quick and delectable dish featuring tender beef marinated in a savory sesame sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. The nutty aroma of sesame oil combined with the sweet and savory flavors creates a delightful culinary experience. Serve this dish over steamed rice or alongside vibrant stir-fried vegetables for a meal that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (about 1 tbsp)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Optional: toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the beef against the grain, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger; set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add sliced beef in a single layer; cook for about 3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour the sauce over the beef and stir to combine; cook for another minute until glossy.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and green onions over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg