Description
Japanese-inspired teriyaki beef casserole brings savory comfort to dinner tables with minimal prep. Rice, tender beef, and umami-rich sauce create a hearty meal families will crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 flank steak
- 1 egg
Vegetables and Grains:
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (snow peas, broccoli, sprouts)
- 1.5 cups peas and carrots
- 2 cups rice, cooked and dried out
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1.5 cups (355 milliliters) teriyaki sauce
- 0.5 tablespoon (7.5 milliliters) brown sugar
- 0.25 tablespoon (3.75 milliliters) granulated sugar
- 0.125 teaspoon (0.625 milliliters) ground ginger
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) oil
Instructions
- Craft the teriyaki sauce according to the linked recipe, ensuring a rich, flavorful base for the dish.
- Submerge the flank steak in teriyaki sauce within a sealed ziploc bag, then chill in the freezer to infuse flavors and tenderize the meat.
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C), preparing it for the final baking stage.
- Grease a skillet lightly and whisk the egg until fully set, then slice into delicate, bite-sized pieces.
- In a spacious skillet, toast the rice over medium heat, stirring periodically to prevent sticking and enhance its nutty essence.
- Create a dynamic seasoning blend by whisking together soy sauce, brown sugar, white sugar, ginger, and red pepper, then lavishly coat the rice, ensuring thorough integration.
- Incorporate steamed vegetables into the rice mixture, adding vibrant color and nutritional depth.
- Extract the marinated steak from the freezer, slice it into thin, elegant strips, and sear in a scorching skillet until achieving a perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer the seared steak into the rice and vegetable medley within a baking dish, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
- Scatter the egg fragments across the surface, drizzle additional teriyaki sauce for an extra flavor boost, and gently toss to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Bake until the top develops a crispy, enticing crust, or serve immediately with a final flourish of teriyaki sauce.
Notes
- Marinate the steak overnight for maximum flavor infusion and tender meat texture.
- Freezing the marinated meat helps break down tough protein fibers, ensuring a more succulent result.
- Whisking and cooking the egg separately prevents clumping and ensures even distribution throughout the casserole.
- Toasting rice in a skillet before adding seasonings enhances its nutty flavor and prevents mushiness.
- Use fresh ginger for a more vibrant and authentic Asian-inspired taste profile.
- Drizzling extra teriyaki sauce just before serving adds a glossy finish and boosts the overall umami experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 493
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 1400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg