Tender Homemade Beef Teriyaki with Sweet Soy Glaze

Homemade Beef Teriyaki Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of beef (sliced into small pieces)
• 2 tea bags (for tenderizing the meat, or use pineapple juice)
• For the spice paste:
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 5 shallots
  • 1 piece ginger
  • 5 red chilies
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • Salt to taste
• For stir-frying:
  • Sweet soy sauce (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 3 onions (sliced)
  • Salt to taste
  • Sugar to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Clean the beef and slice it into small pieces. To tenderize the meat, soak it in either a strong tea solution or pineapple juice for 15-25 minutes. This step helps to make the beef tender and juicy.

2. Make the Spice Paste:

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   • Blend the garlic, shallots, ginger, and red chilies into a smooth paste. Add salt, oyster sauce, ground pepper, and cooking oil to the mixture, and blend again until well combined.

3. Marinate the Beef:

   • Rub the spice paste evenly over the beef slices. Add sweet soy sauce to the mixture and mix well. For the best flavor, let the marinated beef sit in the freezer for 30-60 minutes, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.

4. Stir-Fry:

   • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are fragrant and translucent.
   • Add the marinated beef to the pan. Stir-fry the beef until it is cooked through and slightly caramelized.

5. Optional Thickening:

   • If desired, dissolve the cornstarch in a little water and add it to the pan. Stir well to combine and cook until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.

6. Final Seasoning:

   • Adjust the seasoning with salt and sugar to taste. Stir everything together until well mixed and the flavors are balanced.

7. Serve:

   • Transfer the beef teriyaki to a serving dish. Enjoy it hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.

This homemade beef teriyaki is a delightful dish with a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors. The marination process ensures the beef is tender and flavorful, making it a delicious addition to any meal.