Beef Kushiyaki Japanese Grilled Beef Skewers
Beef Kushiyaki is tender, smoky, and flavorful.Grilling enhances the natural taste of beef.Simple seasoning keeps it authentic.Perfect as a snack or main dish.
Ingredients
- 500 g beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into bite-sized cubes
- Wooden or metal skewers
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sake (optional)
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes.
- Thread beef cubes evenly onto skewers.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, until nicely charred and cooked to desired doneness.
- Brush with sauce during the final minute if using.
- Remove from heat, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
- Choose tender cuts of beef.
- Do not overcook to keep beef juicy.
- High heat gives best char.
- Sauce is optional but flavourful.
- Serve immediately.