Sasebo Lemon Steak: Thin Beef in Lemon-Soy Sauce
Sasebo lemon steak quickly cooks thin beef on a hot plate and finishes it with soy sauce sharpened by lemon juice. Diners turn the slices and may mix rice into the remaining sauce; beef cut...
At a glance
| Name | Sasebo Lemon Steak: Thin Beef in Lemon-Soy Sauce (Lemon Steak) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Nagasaki |
| Region | Kyushu & Okinawa |
| Type | Thin beef cooked on a hot iron plate with bright soy sauce |
What is it?
Sasebo lemon steak quickly cooks thin beef on a hot plate and finishes it with soy sauce sharpened by lemon juice.
Diners turn the slices and may mix rice into the remaining sauce; beef cut, onion, garlic and sweetness vary.
History and local context
Sasebo tourism links its postwar creation to local Western restaurants under US Navy food influence and a lighter summer steak idea.
Lemon does not sanitize beef: cook adequately, separate raw utensils and beware splashing hot iron.
How to enjoy it
Turn overlapping slices until safely cooked, coat them in lemon-soy sauce and, where customary, finish the sauce with rice.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sasebo Lemon Steak: Thin Beef in Lemon-Soy Sauce from?
It is associated with Nagasaki, in the Kyushu & Okinawa region of Japan.
What kind of food is Sasebo Lemon Steak: Thin Beef in Lemon-Soy Sauce?
This guide classifies it as thin beef cooked on a hot iron plate with bright soy sauce. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Sasebo Lemon Steak: Thin Beef in Lemon-Soy Sauce online?
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