Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls Recipe

Impress your guests with these elegant Asparagus Negimaki (Japanese Beef Rolls)! Tender beef thinly sliced, wrapped around succulent asparagus and scallions, then grilled to perfection with a rich teriyaki glaze. This simple yet stunning dish is perfect as an appetizer or a light yet satisfying main course served over rice. Ready in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 352.7 kcal

Protein 53g

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Ingredients for Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls

Salt, to taste (for salted water)
1 pound asparagus spears
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
2 cloves minced garlic
4-5 green onions
1 pound beef tenderloin or sirloin
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups water

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How to Make Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls

Preheat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Bring 2 cups of salted water to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add 1 pound asparagus spears and blanch for 1 minute.
Immediately transfer asparagus to an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain well.
In a small saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons mirin, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 2 cloves minced garlic.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces and slightly thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Cut 4-5 green onions lengthwise into quarters.
Slice 1 pound beef sirloin or tenderloin into 1/4-inch thick slices. Gently pound each slice to about 1/8-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
Dip each beef slice into the cooled teriyaki sauce.
Season lightly with freshly ground black pepper.
Place 1-2 asparagus spears and a piece of green onion onto the center of each beef slice.
Tightly roll the beef around the asparagus and green onion, securing with a toothpick if needed.
Grill the beef rolls for 2-3 minutes per side, or until slightly charred and cooked to your desired doneness. Brush frequently with the remaining teriyaki sauce.
Remove from grill, remove toothpicks (if used), and arrange on a serving platter.
Drizzle generously with extra teriyaki sauce and serve immediately over steamed rice (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

41g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls?

Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls?

Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls has approximately 352.7 calories per serving, with about 53 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls?

The key ingredients for Asparagus Negimaki Japanese Beef Rolls are Salt, Asparagus Spears, Soy Sauce, Sugar, Mirin, Fresh Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.