Here’s a recipe for Teriyaki Beef & Pineapple Rice Stack — a delicious and impressive dish that layers savory teriyaki beef, sweet pineapple, and fluffy rice. It’s great for dinner or entertaining guests.
Teriyaki Beef & Pineapple Rice Stack
Ingredients:
For the Teriyaki Beef:
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1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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2 tbsp mirin (or substitute with dry sherry or white wine)
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2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ginger, minced or grated
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
For the Pineapple:
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1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp brown sugar
For the Rice:
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2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or any long grain white rice)
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1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
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2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
For Garnish (optional):
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Fresh cilantro leaves
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Sliced green onions
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Sesame seeds
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Lime wedges
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:
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In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until sugar dissolves.
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Set aside.
2. Cook the Beef:
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add the thinly sliced beef and stir-fry until browned but still tender, about 3-5 minutes.
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Pour in the teriyaki sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef.
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Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Caramelize the Pineapple:
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In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add pineapple chunks and sprinkle brown sugar on top.
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Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple caramelizes and becomes golden brown.
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Remove from heat.
4. Prepare the Rice:
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Make sure your cooked rice is warm and fluffy.
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Optionally, stir in toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor.
5. Assemble the Rice Stacks:
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Use a ring mold or a clean round bowl to layer the stack.
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Start with a layer of rice pressed down firmly.
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Add a layer of caramelized pineapple.
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Top with a layer of teriyaki beef.
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Repeat if desired for a taller stack.
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Carefully remove the ring mold to reveal a neat stack.
6. Garnish and Serve:
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Garnish with fresh cilantro, more sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and lime wedges.
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Serve immediately.
Tips:
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You can add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and nutrition.
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For a vegetarian twist, swap beef for tofu or mushrooms.
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Make sure your rice is sticky enough to hold the shape when pressed in the mold.