Oriental Ginger Beef – Mexican Hoagie Recipe
Overview
This innovative fusion dish combines the bold flavors of Japanese and Mexican cuisines into a satisfying hoagie sandwich. Marinated beef with sushi ginger meets spicy Pico De Gallo and Pepper Jack cheese, creating a mouthwatering blend that’s perfect for lunch or snacks.
- Prep Time: 24 hours
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 24 hours 2 minutes
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Cheese, Meat, Southwestern U.S., Japanese, Asian, Mexican, Broil/Grill, Oven
- Calories: 1951.2
- Fat Content: 180.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 77.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 274.6mg
- Sodium Content: 1734.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 37.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.3g
- Sugar Content: 4g
- Protein Content: 38.4g
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup pickled ginger
- 1/4 cup ginger root, grated
- 1/3 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup mirin
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1 cup Pico De Gallo
- 1/2 cup salsa (your favorite variety)
- 1-2 tbsp lime juice
- 2-4 slices beef (such as sirloin or flank steak)
- Monterey Jack pepper cheese, sliced
- Hot mustard, to taste
- 1 Mexican hoagie roll (or any crusty sandwich roll)
- Cooking oil (for griddling)
Instructions
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Marinate the Beef: In a container, mix the grated ginger, salt, mirin, and optionally sugar. Add the beef slices and pickled ginger. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
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Prepare the Grill: Heat a griddle or Mongolian BBQ stovetop grill over high heat until very hot. Lightly oil the surface.
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Grill the Beef: Remove the beef from the marinade and grill each side for just a few seconds, until charred and cooked to your desired doneness. It should only take a matter of seconds per side due to the high heat.
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Assemble the Hoagie:
- Split the hoagie roll lengthwise.
- Load the bottom half generously with Pico De Gallo.
- Pile the grilled beef on top while it’s still hot.
- Layer slices of Monterey Jack pepper cheese over the beef.
- Spread a thin layer of hot mustard over the cheese, to taste.
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Serve: Enjoy your Oriental Ginger Beef – Mexican Hoagie immediately, preferably paired with a refreshing beverage like Kirin beer.
This unique fusion recipe blends the tangy, spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine with the savory, ginger-infused taste of Japanese cooking, making it a delightful and adventurous dish for any occasion. Perfect for those who love experimenting with flavors and enjoy a hearty, flavorful sandwich experience!