Beef Yakitori
Beef Yakitori features juicy sirloin cubes marinated in soy, ginger, garlic, and a touch of lemon, then skewered and grilled until lightly charred and glossy. The balance of savory-sweet flavors with toasty sesame notes makes it ideal for a weeknight dinner or casual cookout, served hot off the grill with a sprinkle of green onion.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a glass or plastic bowl, whisk the soy sauce, oil, lemon juice, sesame seeds, sugar, green onions, garlic, and ginger together.
- 2
Thread the meat onto skewers.
- 3
If using wooden skewers, soak them for 30 minutes first.
- 4
Place the skewers in a plastic or glass container just large enough to hold them, pour the marinade over the meat, and turn to coat well.
- 5
Cover and chill for a minimum of 4 hours.
- 6
Preheat the grill to high heat, and set the grate 5 inches from the coals.
- 7
Brush the grate with oil, place the skewers on the grill, and grill for 10 to 15 minutes, turning the kabobs occasionally for even cooking.
- Calories 309.15 kcal Moderate
- Protein 28.84 g Good Source
- Carbs 15.38 g Moderate
- Total Fat 15.02 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.17 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 75.97 mg High
- Sodium 1203.5 mg High
- Fiber 0.64 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.41 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 163.77 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.29 mg Moderate
- Potassium 428.78 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 12.8 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Beef Yakitori is a Japanese appetizer recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Garlic, Green Onion, Ground Ginger, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 309.15 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Beef Yakitori?
- It is a Japanese recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch.
- What is Beef Yakitori made of?
- The main ingredients are Garlic, Green Onion, Ground Ginger, Lemon Juice, Sesame Seeds. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Beef Yakitori?
- Explore these Japanese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Beef Yakitori?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 309.15 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Beef Yakitori easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 7 steps.
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