Easy Teriyaki Steak Steak

A round white plate with white rice topped with sliced teriyaki steak garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

5 from 3 votes

This Teriyaki Steak is incredibly juicy, tender, and delicious. Once it marinates and gets infused with wonderful flavor, you can quickly cook it on your stovetop or grill for an easy weeknight meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Marinating and resting time4 5

Total Time4 25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Asian

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: steak

Author: Rena

Ingredients

1 large steak cut of choice sirloin, rib eye or flank steak
2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Marinade:

3 Tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste

Instructions

In a jug, whisk all the marinade ingredients.
Place the steak in a deep dish and pour over the marinade. Move around to get the meat mostly covered. Allow the steak to marinate for at least 4 hours in the fridge (overnight is best, if time allows).
Remove the steak from the fridge 30 minutes prior to cooking.
Heat a heavy-bottom skillet or a grill over medium-high heat. Grill the steaks for 3-5 minutes on the first side, depending on the thickness and your preferred doneness. Flip and cook for 2-4 minutes more.
Once the steak is done cooking, allow it to sit for 5 minutes. Slice it and serve over cooked rice, of desired. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Serving suggestion: Depending on the size of the steak it could serve 2.
To store: Refrigerate any leftover steak in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
To reheat: Gently rewarm leftovers on a baking sheet in the oven at 350 degrees F or in a skillet. It can also be reheated in the microwave, but the texture won't be quite as good.
Freezing: The steak will not be as good once frozen and thawed; however, you can freeze steak in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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