🥩 Teriyaki Beef Bites with Vegetable Fried Rice

Ingredients

For the Teriyaki Beef

• 500g beef sirloin, cut into cubes

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water

For the Fried Rice

• 3 cups cooked cold rice

• 1 cup green peas

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 2 green onions, sliced

For the Stir-Fried Vegetables

• 2 cups broccoli florets

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Teriyaki Sauce

1. Combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

2. Set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat.

2. Sear beef cubes for 2–3 minutes per side.

3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. Pour in the teriyaki mixture.

5. Stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until glossy.

Step 3: Prepare the Fried Rice

1. Heat sesame oil in a wok.

2. Scramble eggs and push to one side.

3. Add rice and peas.

4. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes.

5. Season with soy sauce and green onions.

Step 4: Stir-Fry the Vegetables

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet.

2. Add broccoli, zucchini, and bell pepper.

3. Stir-fry until tender-crisp.

4. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 5: Assemble

1. Place fried rice on one side of the bowl.

2. Add stir-fried vegetables.

3. Arrange teriyaki beef bites alongside.

4. Spoon extra sauce over the beef.

Serving Suggestions

🥢 Serve with chopsticks
🌶️ Add chili flakes for extra heat
🥒 Pair with cucumber salad
🍋 A squeeze of lime brightens the flavors

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

• Calories: 690

• Protein: 42g

• Carbohydrates: 52g

• Fat: 32g

Chef's Tip

For ultra-tender beef bites, use sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin and cook over very high heat for a short time. Cold day-old rice produces the best fried rice because the grains stay separate and absorb flavor without becoming mushy. 🥩🍚🥦✨