Here is a complete recipe for Teriyaki Dinner Recipes:
Teriyaki dinner recipes are a popular Japanese-inspired dish that combines sweet and savory flavors with a twist of Asian spices. Teriyaki sauce, made with soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar, is the key ingredient that gives this dish its distinctive flavor. When cooked with tender chicken or beef, tofu, and vegetables, Teriyaki dinner recipes become a nourishing and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With this recipe, you can easily customize and adapt it to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
* 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
* 1/4 cup Teriyaki sauce (see below for recipe)
* 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 1 onion, sliced
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms)
* 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
* Sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish
* Optional: 1/4 cup sliced green onions, 1/4 cup diced pineapple
Teriyaki Sauce:
* 1/2 cup soy sauce
* 1/4 cup sake
* 2 tablespoons mirin
* 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
* 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
* 1 teaspoon grated ginger
* 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together Teriyaki sauce ingredients and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add sliced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
4. Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet and pour in Teriyaki sauce. Toss to coat and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve chicken and vegetables over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped scallions, and optional green onions and pineapple slices.
CookTime: 20-25 minutes
PrepTime: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Variations:
* Replace chicken with beef (sirloin or ribeye), pork (sirloin or pork loin), or tofu for a vegetarian option.
* Add other vegetables such as asparagus, snap peas, or bell peppers to the stir-fry.
* Use different types of rice vinegar, such as rice vinegar with a hint of sake or mirin, to change the flavor profile.
* Add a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or chopped toasted almonds to the dish for added crunch and flavor.
I hope you enjoy this recipe! Let me know if you have any questions.