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Teriyaki Hanger steak

 

 

 

 

To make a perfect teriyaki marinade for hanger steak, whisk together $\frac{1}{2}$ cup soy sauce, $\frac{1}{4}$ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons mirin or sake, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Marinate the steak for 2 to 4 hours, then grill or sear over high heat. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

 

Why This Marinade Works

 

Hanger steak is a loose-textured cut of beef with a robust, almost minerally, flavor. A teriyaki blend adds savory umami, sweetness to balance the beef, and acid or enzymes to tenderize. [2, 6, 7, 8, 9]

 

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (or Tamari)
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar or honey
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin (Japanese sweet cooking wine) or sake
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (optional, helps it sear without sticking) [1, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13]
Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the steak: Pat your hanger steak dry with a paper towel. If necessary, trim away any hard silver skin or connective tissue running through the center.
  2. Mix the marinade: In a bowl, whisk all the ingredients together until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Marinate: Place the hanger steak in a shallow dish or a heavy-duty zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully coated. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. Because hanger steak is tender enough on its own, avoid marinating it for more than 6-8 hours, or the meat can become mushy.
  4. Cook: Remove the steak from the marinade and shake off the excess liquid (discard the leftover marinade). Grill or cast-iron sear the hanger steak over medium-high heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for a perfect medium-rare.
  5. Rest and Slice: Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Cut against the grain for maximum tenderness. [2, 4, 13]
 

 

If you'd like, let me know:
  • How many people you are cooking for
  • If you plan to cook it indoors (skillet) or outdoors (grill)
I can give you more specific timing and cooking temperature guidelines!



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