Sanjeok (Beef, Asparagus, Mushroom Skewers)

Sanjeok (Beef, Asparagus, Mushroom Skewers)

Sanjeok (Beef, Asparagus, Mushroom Skewers)

In Korean, sanjeok refers to skewered meat and vegetables. These mini skewers were traditionally eaten at special occasions and gatherings, but are now casually eaten at anytime of the year. The sanjeok cook quickly in under 5 minutes; either being broiled or pan fried.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: appetizer, Beef, East Asian, Korean
Author: Alex Gorgos

Equipment

  • toothpicks

Ingredients

  • asparagus cut into 4” pieces
  • trumpet mushrooms thinly sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

For The Beef

  • 1/2 lb sirloin, flank, or strip loin
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp mirin
  • 1 tsp garlic grated
  • 1 tsp ginger grated

Instructions

  • Cut the beef into 1/4” thick, 5” long pieces.
  • Mix together the marinade ingredients.
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  • Marinate the beef for 30 minutes.
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  • Using a toothpick, skewer in the following order: asparagus, beef, mushroom, asparagus, mushroom, beef, and asparagus.
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  • You should yield 10-12 skewers.
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  • Turn on your oven’s broiler. Place the skewers on a rack on a baking pan lined in foil.
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  • Broil for 2 minutes a side. Alternatively, you can pan fry the skewers over medium high heat for 2 minutes a side.
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Serve immediately.