Teriyaki Skirt Steak

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds skirt steak, flank steak, or flank steak
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup mirin
• ¼ cup sake (optional)
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 minutes per side

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the steak into thin slices against the grain.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), brown sugar, honey, vegetable oil, ginger, and garlic.
3. Add the steak slices to the marinade and toss to coat.
4. Marinate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat.
6. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
7. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

(Per 4-ounce serving)

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy steak
• Sweet and savory teriyaki sauce
• Umami flavor from the soy sauce, mirin, and sake
• Aromatic ginger and garlic

User Comments:

• "This teriyaki steak was so flavorful and tender. The sauce was perfect."
• "I love the way the green onions add a fresh crunch to the dish."
• "This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight dinner."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have sake, you can substitute dry white wine.
• If you don't have a grill, you can cook the steak in a skillet over high heat.
• Be careful not to overcook the steak, as it will become tough.