Benihana Teriyaki Steak-Chicken

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 11

Benihana Teriyaki Steak-Chicken Recipe

by The Chefin Japanese

Prep

35 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup sake
	1/2 cup soy sauce
	1/2 cup mirin
	2 tablespoons sugar
	3/4 lb boneless beef top loin steaks , sliced thin or 3/4 lb boneless chicken , cut into bite size pieces
	4 spring onions , roughly chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

320

Sugar

Fat

10g

Benihana is a popular Japanese restaurant chain known for its teppanyaki-style cooking and theatrical flair. This recipe for Benihana Teriyaki Steak-Chicken brings the flavors of the restaurant into your own kitchen, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of salty and sweet flavors makes this dish a classic choice for those who are new to Japanese cuisine, and the ease of preparation and delicious taste will keep you coming back for more. Best served with rice or noodles, this stir-fry is a hearty and satisfying choice for any meal.

Instructions

1.	Combine the sake, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a small bowl. Set aside.
2.	Place the sliced steak or chicken in a plastic bag and pour in the marinade.
3.	Tightly seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
4.	Heat a large skillet over high heat.
5.	Remove the steak or chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
6.	Add the meat to the skillet, along with the chopped spring onions and 2 tablespoons of the reserved marinade.
7.	Cook, stirring frequently, until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
8.	Serve hot with rice or noodles, garnished with additional spring onions if desired.

PROS

Benihana Teriyaki Steak-Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make Japanese dish that is perfect for a quick weekday meal.

The marinade infuses the meat with a rich umami flavor, while the spring onions add a fresh crunch.

This recipe is also customizable, as you can adjust the amount of sugar and soy sauce based on personal taste.

CONS

This dish may be too salty for some people, especially if too much soy sauce is added.

Additionally, cooking the steak or chicken on high heat can result in tough or overcooked meat if not careful.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Benihana Teriyaki Steak-Chicken is not the healthiest option, it does have some potential health benefits.
Soy sauce contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that have been linked to lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.
Additionally, spring onions are high in vitamins A and C, and have been found to boost immunity and reduce inflammation.