Teriyaki beef marinade recipe for the BBQ. sweet, salty, glossy flavour profile. Marinate 4 hours-24 hours. Simple ingredients, incredible results.
By Bill Ohaire | Published: April 2026 | Last Updated: April 2026
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Teriyaki Beef Marinade: Combine 80ml soy sauce, 3 tbsp mirin, 2 tbsp sake (or dry sherry), and more. Marinate 4 hours to 24 hours. Grill until internal temp reaches 54-63°C (130-145°F) depending on preference.
This teriyaki marinade brings a sweet, salty, glossy flavour profile to your beef. Simmer the sauce briefly to dissolve the sugar. Reserve some for basting during cooking.
10 minutes (simmer to thicken)
4 hours - 24 hours
sweet, salty, glossy
rump steak, sirloin, skirt steak, flank steak, kebab cubes
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| soy sauce | 80ml |
| mirin | 3 tbsp |
| sake (or dry sherry) | 2 tbsp |
| brown sugar | 2 tbsp |
| fresh ginger (grated) | 1 tbsp |
| garlic (minced) | 2 cloves |
| sesame oil | 1 tsp |
Tougher cuts like skirt and flank benefit most from marinating. Premium cuts like eye fillet need less time.
The best cuts of beef for this marinade are: rump steak, sirloin, skirt steak, flank steak, kebab cubes.
Tougher, more flavourful cuts like skirt and flank steak benefit most from marinating. The acid helps break down connective tissue.
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Open CalculatorHow long should I marinate beef in teriyaki marinade?
Marinate beef in teriyaki marinade for 4 hours minimum for noticeable flavour, or up to 24 hours for deeper penetration. Overnight in the fridge is ideal for most cuts.
Can I use teriyaki marinade on other meats?
Yes! Teriyaki marinade works well on chicken and lamb too. Adjust the marinating time based on the protein — prawns only need 15-30 minutes.
Should I marinate beef in the fridge or at room temperature?
Always marinate in the fridge for food safety. Bacteria multiply rapidly at room temperature. Take the meat out 20-30 minutes before cooking to take the chill off for more even cooking.
What temperature should I BBQ teriyaki marinated beef?
Grill teriyaki marinated beef over high heat (220-260°C / 425-500°F). Cook until the internal temperature reaches 54-63°C (130-145°F) depending on preference.