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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
20-Min Beef & Potato Skillet
comfortwholesomejapanesebeeftenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add beef and brown, stirring and breaking apart, until no pink remains, about 4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add onion and potatoes. Stir well, cooking for 2 minutes until onion softens slightly.

  4. Step 4

    Pour soy sauce, mirin, and broth over everything. Stir gently to combine.

  5. Step 5

    Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.

  6. 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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