Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
4
servings
0.5 cup

A.1. Original Sauce

2 tbsp

Soy sauce

2 tbsp

Brown sugar

packed

2 cloves

Garlic

minced

1 tsp

Ground ginger

1 lb

Beef sirloin steak

cut into thin strips

2 cup

Fresh pineapple

chunks

2 unit

Red peppers

cut into bite-size pieces

Step 1
~3 min

Mix A.1. Original Sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ground ginger in a bowl to create the teriyaki marinade.

Step 2
~3 min

Place the beef sirloin steak strips in a glass bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Add 1/4 cup of the teriyaki marinade to the steak strips.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir to evenly coat the meat with the marinade.

Step 5
~3 min

Refrigerate the marinated steak for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure even marination.

Step 6
~3 min

Refrigerate the remaining teriyaki marinade separately.

Step 7
~3 min

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Drain the marinated steak and discard the used marinade.

Step 9
~3 min

Thread the marinated steak, fresh pineapple chunks, and bite-sized red pepper pieces alternately onto 8 skewers.

Step 10
~3 min

Grill the skewers for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the steak is cooked to your desired doneness.

Step 11
~3 min

Turn the skewers occasionally and brush with the reserved teriyaki marinade during grilling.

Key Technique: Grilling
Step 12
~3 min

Ensure the skewers are cooked evenly and the pineapple and peppers are slightly charred.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steak longer for more flavor.

Use different colored bell peppers for visual appeal.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can marinate overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with white rice and steamed vegetables.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Asian slaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion (Japanese-American)

Cultural Significance

Popularized as an easy grilling option.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Parties

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Summer party
Weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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