Soy-Free Beef Yakitori

Dive into a bold and flavorful twist on a Japanese classic with this Soy-Free Beef Yakitori recipe. Perfectly tender cubes of beef sirloin or ribeye are marinated in a savory blend of mirin, sake, rice vinegar, honey, and aromatic ginger and garlic—delivering the umami-rich depth you love without soy sauce. These skewers are grilled to perfection, achieving a beautiful caramelized finish, then topped with green onion and toasted sesame seeds for a fragrant crunch. With just 45 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this gluten-free, soy-free dish is a quick yet impressive appetizer or main course. Ideal for grilling season, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a crisp salad, making it a winning crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 60 milliliters Mirin
• 60 milliliters Sake
• 30 milliliters Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds, toasted
• 10 pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine mirin, sake, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and one tablespoon of vegetable oil. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 3

While the beef is marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.

Step 4

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using a broiler, preheat the oven for grilling.

Step 5

Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the soaked skewers, ensuring even distribution. Leave a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

Brush the grill grates or oven grill rack with the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the beef skewers on the preheated grill or under the broiler. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the beef is caramelized and cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 8

During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle the skewers with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 9

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute or two before serving.

Step 10

Serve the soy-free beef yakitori immediately as a delicious appetizer or part of a main course, optionally accompanied by rice or fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(788.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1920.4

Total Fat 130.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 2674.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 67.9g
Protein 98.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 182.5mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 1600.9mg	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: 62.5%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 16.6%