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Konro Teriyaki (Teriyaki Konro) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb beef tenderloin, sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Konro grill (Japanese charcoal grill)

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
2. Add sliced beef to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the konro grill over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated beef onto skewers.
5. Grill the beef skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
6. In a small bowl, mix together cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
7. In a saucepan, heat the remaining marinade over medium heat.
8. Once the marinade comes to a boil, add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens.
9. Brush the teriyaki sauce onto the grilled beef skewers.
10. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.


Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 6-8 minutes
Temperature:
Konro grill over medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 30g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef tenderloin can be substituted with chicken, pork, or tofu.
- Mirin can be substituted with sweet sherry or white wine.
- Sake can be substituted with dry white wine or rice vinegar.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.

Variations:
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms to the skewers.
- Use the teriyaki sauce as a marinade for grilled vegetables.
- Add a spicy kick to the teriyaki sauce by adding chili flakes or sriracha.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the beef thinly to ensure even cooking.
- Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Brush the teriyaki sauce onto the beef skewers during the last minute of grilling to prevent the sauce from burning.

Storage instructions:
Leftover beef skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the beef skewers in the microwave or on the grill until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the beef skewers on a platter and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
Sliced green onions and sesame seeds

Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Miso soup

Suggested side dishes:
- Edamame
- Seaweed salad
- Pickled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the teriyaki sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.
- If the beef skewers are cooking too quickly, move them to a cooler part of the grill.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to marinate the beef in the refrigerator.
- Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw meat and vegetables.
- Cook the beef to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
Konro grills are traditional Japanese charcoal grills that are used to cook skewered meats and vegetables. Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique that involves grilling or broiling meat that has been marinated in a sweet and savory sauce.

Flavor profiles:
The teriyaki sauce is sweet and savory with a hint of garlic and ginger. The grilled beef is tender and juicy with a smoky flavor from the konro grill.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Konro Teriyaki with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

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Region: Japanese

Taste: Savory, Sweet, Tangy, Umami, Smoky