Short Description
A simple and flavorful hibachi-style steak, pan-seared in butter and garlic, then glazed with a sweet-savory soy-mirin sauce. Fast, juicy, and perfect for a quick meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This steak delivers restaurant-style flavor in minimal time. The garlic-infused butter provides rich aromatics, while the soy-mirin sauce adds a glossy, umami-sweet finish. Perfectly tender pieces ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
• 1 pound steak, sliced into small pieces
• 1½ tablespoons soy sauce
• 1½ tablespoons mirin
Directions
- Prep the steak by slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add the butter and allow it to melt fully.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 10–20 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the steak pieces to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the garlic butter. Cook for about 3 minutes.
- While the steak cooks, mix soy sauce and mirin in a small cup.
- Pour the sauce over the steak and stir to coat evenly.
- Continue cooking for an additional 3–5 minutes, until the steak reaches your preferred doneness.
- Turn off the heat and transfer the steak to a serving plate.
Servings And Timing
Yields about 2–3 servings.
Prep time: ~5 minutes (slicing and measuring ingredients).
Cook time: ~8–10 minutes depending on doneness.
Total time: ~15 minutes.
Variations
- Butter swap: Use ghee or clarified butter for higher smoke point.
- Flavour boost: Add sliced onions or mushrooms to the skillet after garlic.
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
- Sauce variations: Substitute mirin with rice vinegar and sugar or honey if unavailable.
Storage/Reheating
Store leftover steak in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over medium heat until heated through. Avoid overheating to preserve tenderness.
FAQs
Can I use other cuts of beef?
Yes. Flank, sirloin, ribeye, or flat iron steak work well when sliced thin for quick, even cooking.
How can I tell when the steak is done?
Cooking time depends on how you prefer doneness. Slice a piece to test; adjust cook time accordingly for medium‑rare, medium, or well‑done.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, substitute tamari or gluten‑free soy sauce. Most mirin contains gluten, so use a gluten‑free version or substitute with rice vinegar and a little sugar.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes—use a larger skillet or cook in batches to maintain high heat and avoid overcrowding.
Can I add vegetables?
Yes. Toss in bell peppers, zucchini, or onions after initial steak sear and before adding sauce to sauté quickly.
Is it okay if the garlic browns?
Avoid overcooking garlic; just a few seconds after fragrance preserves its flavor. If it begins to brown or crisp, remove it and proceed.
Can I use less butter?
Yes, reduce butter or use oil—but butter adds signature richness and flavor.
Can I prepare ahead of time?
You can slice the steak and mix sauce in advance. Cook just before serving for best texture.
What pairs well with this steak?
Serve with rice, noodles, sautéed veggies, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Can I use honey instead of mirin?
Yes—but for approximate flavor use 1½ tablespoons with a teaspoon of rice vinegar to balance sweetness and acidity.
Conclusion
This Hibachi Steak is a speedy, delicious meal featuring tender steak pieces simmered in garlic butter and glazed with a soy-mirin sauce. Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor—ready in about 15 minutes and easily adaptable to your tastes or lifestyle.
Print
Hibachi Steak
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
Description
A simple and flavorful hibachi-style steak, pan-seared in butter and garlic, then glazed with a sweet-savory soy-mirin sauce. Fast, juicy, and perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
1 pound steak, sliced into small pieces
1½ tablespoons soy sauce
1½ tablespoons mirin
Instructions
- Prep the steak by slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add the butter and allow it to melt fully.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 10–20 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the steak pieces to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the garlic butter. Cook for about 3 minutes.
- While the steak cooks, mix soy sauce and mirin in a small cup.
- Pour the sauce over the steak and stir to coat evenly.
- Continue cooking for an additional 3–5 minutes, until the steak reaches your preferred doneness.
- Turn off the heat and transfer the steak to a serving plate.
Notes
- Use high heat for best sear on steak pieces.
- Don’t overcook garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Double the sauce if serving with rice or noodles.
- Sear steak in batches if doubling recipe to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
