Teriyaki Grass-fed Steak Skewers with Scallions Recipe

Servings: 5
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

No grill needed for this easy recipe that comes together in 30 minutes! The sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce perfectly complements juicy grass-fed beef for umami flavor in each bite of these skewers. They make a great appetizer or can be paired with rice, salad or other veggies for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

For the Skewers:

2 New Zealand grass-fed strip steaks, about 10-12 oz each (Tip: Look for the Taste Pure Nature logo)
2 Asian scallions (or leeks), cut into 1 1/2-inch-long pieces
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
10 7-inch skewers 
Oil

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch

To Serve:

Japanese chili powder or seven spice (Shichimi Togarashi)

Directions:

For the Skewers:

1. In a small pot, combine the sauce ingredients. Stir to dissolve the sugar and cornstarch then bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until the sauce is fully thickened. Transfer the sauce to a shallow dish to chill.
2. Prepare the steak by cutting away some of the excess fat cap, then cut the steak into 1 1/2-inch cubes.
3. Skewer the steak with scallion in between, until you have 3 pieces of steak and 2 pieces of scallion per skewer. Sprinkle both sides of the skewers with salt and pepper.

Stovetop Instructions:

4. Heat a griddle pan or heavy skillet over high heat and lightly oil the pan.
5. Once the pan is hot, place the skewers in the pan without overlapping, cooking in batches if needed. Cook, undisturbed, for 1 to 2 minutes, until the bottom turns golden brown.
6. Flip the skewers and cook the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until turning golden brown. For medium-rare to medium, brown the remaining two sides of the skewers for 30 to 45 seconds on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 130° to 140°.
7. Remove the skewers from the pan, brush with the sauce, and let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chili powder or seven spice, if desired.

Air Fryer Instructions:

8. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and add the skewers (make sure there's at least one inch between each skewer). Cook for 3 minutes, or until the skewers are browned to your liking.
9. Remove from the fryer, brush with the sauce and garnish with chili powder or seven spice, if desired. Serve immediately.