Miso-Glazed Beef Skillet with Asparagus
Quick seared beef strips glazed with savory miso and mirin, served with tender asparagus spears. This japanese-inspired beef (gluten-free) ready in about 23 minutes pairs beef sirloin, asparagus spears, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz beef sirloin
- 16 oz asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Trim asparagus tips and cut spears into 2-inch lengths. Pat beef dry, then cut into 1/4-inch strips. Season beef with 1/8 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer, searing for 2 minutes without stirring until browned. Flip and cook 2 more minutes; transfer to plate.
- Step 3: Add asparagus to skillet, cooking 4 minutes until crisp-tender. Whisk miso paste, mirin, rice vinegar, and water in a bowl. Pour mixture over asparagus, stirring to coat.
- Step 4: Return beef to skillet, toss to coat, and cook 1 minute more until heated through. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Beef Skillet with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Beef Skillet with Asparagus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Beef Skillet with Asparagus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Miso-Glazed Beef Skillet with Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Miso-Glazed Beef Skillet with Asparagus gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how the Japanese come through in every bite.
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better beef dishes though.
