Savory Hibachi Steak (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Steak

01 - 1 pound sirloin or NY strip steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
03 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
04 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For the Vegetables

05 - 8 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
06 - 1 large onion, sliced
07 - 2 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch sticks

→ For the Sauce

08 - 2 tablespoons butter, divided
09 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/4 cup soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
12 - 1 teaspoon honey

→ For Garnish

13 - Sesame seeds
14 - Sliced green onions

# Let's Cook!:

01 - Season the steak pieces with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the pieces from the pan and set aside.
02 - Add the remaining vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon sesame oil to the same pan. Add the sliced mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the zucchini and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
03 - Push the vegetables to the side of the pan. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter, then add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, and honey. Pour the sauce into the pan with the vegetables.
04 - Add the steak back into the pan. Stir everything together and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and stir until melted.
05 - Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with hibachi fried rice and yum yum sauce on the side.

# Cook's Notes:

01 - Use a high-quality steak like sirloin or NY strip for the best flavor and texture. Trim any excess fat before cutting.
02 - Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking the steak and vegetables. Cook in batches if needed to ensure everything browns nicely.
03 - The key to tender steak is to avoid overcooking. Aim for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium doneness.