Beef Negimaki is a tasty Japanese dish that you'll fall in love with. It's basically thin slices of beef wrapped around green onions, also known as scallions. Then, it gets a special touch with a flavorful sauce. You grill or broil these meat rolls and serve them hot. It's super yummy, looks fancy, but guess what? It's easy to make!
You don't need to be a chef to impress your friends or family with this dish. Whether it's for a special dinner or just to shake up your usual meals, Beef Negimaki is a hit!
Why This Recipe Works
First, this recipe uses simple ingredients that pack a punch. Beef and scallions are the main stars, and they work well together. The beef is tender and juicy, while the scallions add a crispy, oniony kick. The sauce, made with soy sauce, sugar, and other spices, soaks into the meat and makes it super flavorful. So every bite is a mix of tastes and textures, making your mouth happy.
Second, Beef Negimaki looks and feels like a high-end dish, but it's pretty easy to put together. You might see it in a fancy Japanese restaurant and think it's complicated, but it's not. You just need to slice, roll, and cook. That's it! Plus, it doesn't take a lot of time to make. So, you get something that's delicious and looks amazing, but without spending hours in the kitchen. What's not to love?
Ingredients
Thin-Sliced Beef - Look for sirloin or ribeye cuts that are thinly sliced.Substitute: You can use pork or chicken, but make sure it's thin.
Green Onions - These will be rolled inside the beef.Substitute: Asparagus or thinly sliced carrots can work too.
Soy Sauce - for the marinade.Substitute: If you're avoiding soy, coconut aminos can be used.
Sugar - This will balance out the saltiness.Substitute: Honey or agave syrup.
Sesame Oil - will add nuttiness to the flavor.Substitute: Olive oil can be used, but the flavor will be different.
Tips
- Make sure to marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors sink in.
- Use a bamboo skewer to help keep the beef and green onions rolled together.
- Cooking the rolls on high heat quickly will help keep the beef tender.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.
- You can prepare the rolls in advance and cook them when ready to serve.
How to Serve
Beef Negimaki is a tasty appetizer that can also serve as a Dinner. It pairs well with rice and steamed vegetables. It's versatile and sure to impress your guests.
- As an Appetizer: Serve them on a platter with some dipping sauce on the side.
- Dinner: Pair with steamed rice and sautéed vegetables.
- In a Bento Box: Make a Japanese-style lunch by including these rolls with some rice, pickled vegetables, and perhaps a little fruit for dessert.
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Beef Negimaki
Ingredients
- 1 pound thin-sliced beef
- 6 green onions
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.
- Marinate the beef in the sauce for 30 minutes.
- Trim the green onions so they fit the width of the beef slices.
- Lay out a beef slice, place a green onion at one end, and roll it up.
- Use a bamboo skewer to secure the roll.
- Heat a pan on high.
- Cook the rolls for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until done to your liking.
- Remove from heat and serve.
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Notes
- Make sure to marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors sink in.
- Use a bamboo skewer to help keep the beef and green onions rolled together.
- Cooking the rolls on high heat quickly will help keep the beef tender.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.
- You can prepare the rolls in advance and cook them when ready to serve.