Description
A vibrant Hawaiian-inspired rice bowl featuring juicy teriyaki beef, caramelized pineapple, and fluffy jasmine rice. This sweet-savory dish comes together in under 30 minutes with restaurant-quality flavors perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced: Look for grass-fed beef if possible, as it enhances flavor and tenderness.
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice: Substituting with jasmine or basmati can add a nice aromatic quality.
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned): If using canned, opt for those in juice rather than syrup to keep it light and fruity.
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce: Homemade is best, but any high-quality store-bought variety will work in a pinch. Look for one with minimal additives.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce for more control over the saltiness.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar: Adjust based on your preference for sweetness. You could also use honey or maple syrup as alternatives.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch: This will help thicken the teriyaki sauce beautifully.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil: Gives a wonderful, nutty flavor. Korean or Japanese brands are recommended for authenticity.
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish): Adds a fresh, crisp element to the dish.
- Sesame seeds (for garnish): Toasted sesame seeds provide a beautiful finishing touch.
Instructions
Marinate Beef: Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, ginger and garlic. Reserve ¼ cup. Toss beef with remaining marinade for 15 mins.,Cook Rice: Prepare jasmine rice according to package directions.,Sear Pineapple: In dry skillet over medium-high, caramelize pineapple chunks 2-3 mins per side. Remove.,Cook Beef: Heat sesame oil in same skillet. Remove beef from marinade (discard used marinade). Stir-fry 2-3 mins until browned. Remove.,Make Sauce: Whisk cornstarch into reserved marinade. Add to skillet with 2 tbsp water. Simmer 1-2 mins until thickened.,Assemble: Divide rice among bowls. Top with beef, pineapple, bell pepper and carrots. Drizzle sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds and cilantro.
Notes
Meat Tip: Freeze beef 30 mins for easier slicing,Pineapple Hack: Grill chunks for smokier flavor,Vegetable Swap: Use snap peas or edamame,Spice It Up: Add sriracha to teriyaki sauce,Meal Prep: Components keep 3 days refrigerated separately
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 60mg