Simmered Daikon and Beef in Soy-Mirin Broth
Tender chunks of beef and sweet daikon radish slowly simmered in a savory soy and mirin broth create a comforting and flavorful stew. This japanese-inspired beef ready in about 75 minutes pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, soy sauce, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium (about 10 oz), peeled and cut into 1-inch thick rounds daikon radish
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 2 cups dashi stock or water
- 1-inch piece, thinly sliced ginger
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, combine 2 cups dashi stock (or water), 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup mirin, 1/4 cup sake, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1-inch thinly sliced ginger. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb beef chuck cubes and 1 medium peeled daikon radish cut into 1-inch rounds to the broth. Lower heat to a simmer and cover partially.
- Step 3: Simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and daikon is translucent and soft.
- Step 4: Adjust seasoning with a splash of soy sauce if needed. Serve hot, garnished with 2 sliced green onions for freshness.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Simmered Daikon and Beef in Soy-Mirin Broth take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 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 Simmered Daikon and Beef in Soy-Mirin Broth?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simmered Daikon and Beef in Soy-Mirin Broth?
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 Simmered Daikon and Beef in Soy-Mirin Broth 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.
What goes well with Simmered Daikon and Beef in Soy-Mirin Broth?
Japanese beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
