Japanese Beef and Vegetables Rolls

Bursting with flavor and visual appeal, Japanese Beef and Vegetable Rolls are a delightful combination of tender beef and crisp, colorful vegetables, all wrapped up in bite-sized perfection. Thin slices of beef are rolled around blanched carrots, asparagus, and red bell peppers, then seared to golden perfection before being glazed in a savory-sweet soy sauce and mirin reduction. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance, making it a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying main dish when paired with steamed rice and miso soup. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these rolls offer a fusion of rich flavors and vibrant textures that showcase the essence of Japanese home cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Thinly sliced beef
• 1 medium Carrot
• 8 spears Asparagus
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Mirin
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables: Peel the carrot, then cut it, the asparagus (trim off the woody ends), and the red bell pepper into thin strips about 5 cm (2 inches) long.

Step 2

Blanch the vegetables briefly in boiling water: First, add the carrot to the boiling water for 1 minute, then add the asparagus and pepper for another 1 minute. Immediately transfer the vegetables to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Lay out a slice of thinly sliced beef on a clean cutting board. Place 2-3 pieces of each vegetable at one end of the slice. Roll the beef tightly around the vegetables to form a small roll. Repeat with the remaining beef and vegetables.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the beef rolls seam-side down in the skillet to seal the edges. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until the beef is browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and let it simmer for about 1 minute to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Add the cooked beef rolls back into the skillet and toss gently to coat each roll in the glaze. Sprinkle with ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve warm as an appetizer or a main dish. These rolls pair wonderfully with steamed rice and a side of miso soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1426.7

Total Fat 106.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 2011.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 80.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 105.3mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1864.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.9%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 10.8%