20-Min Beef & Potato Skillet
Quick Japanese-style nikujaga: tender beef and potatoes simmered in a savory-sweet soy glaze. One skillet, weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add beef and brown, stirring and breaking apart, until no pink remains, about 4 minutes.
Step 3
Add onion and potatoes. Stir well, cooking for 2 minutes until onion softens slightly.
Step 4
Pour soy sauce, mirin, and broth over everything. Stir gently to combine.
Step 5
Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Uncover, stir gently. Serve hot directly from the skillet or into bowls.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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