Teriyaki Sirloin Steak

Total Time

Prep: 10 min. + marinating Grill: 10 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Nov. 16, 2023
Since a co-worker shared this teriyaki sirloin steak recipe with me, I seldom make steak any other way. It's an excellent entree for folks like my husband who really savor tasty meat, and it's earned me many compliments on my cooking. —Nilah Lewis, Calgary, Alberta
Teriyaki Sirloin Steak Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground mustard
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 beef top sirloin steak (1-1/2 pounds)

Directions

  1. In a shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients; add the steak and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Drain steak, discarding marinade. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 5-8 minutes on each side.

Teriyaki Sirloin Steak Tips

How long should you marinate sirloin?

Marinating sirloin for eight hours is ideal, but if you're in a hurry, you may marinate sirloin for as short as 30 minutes. Psst! We often double the marinade recipe and set aside half for basting or dipping. Here's another simple marinade that’s a cinch to make.

What do you serve with teriyaki sirloin steak?

We love serving this teriyaki sirloin steak with veggie stir-fry, sesame broccoli or a simple salad. Oh, and how fun is this recipe for teriyaki steak on a stick?

How do you store teriyaki sirloin steak?

Store this steak in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. But before you go ahead and grill it, read this refresher on how best to grill steak.

—Elizabeth Harris

Nutrition Facts

3 ounces cooked beef: 178 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 370mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.