Bulgogi Korean Marinated Beef

Name: Bulgogi Korean Marinated Beef
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 2 h 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700 g Beef (sirloin or ribeye), thinly sliced; 120 ml Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Sesame oil; 4 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated; 2 tbsp Brown sugar or honey; 0.5 medium Asian pear or apple, grated; 0.5 medium Onion, grated or minced; 1 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground; 1 medium Carrot, julienned; 0.5 medium Onion, thinly sliced; 3 stalks Scallions, chopped; 150 g Mushrooms (e.g., shiitake or button), sliced; 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish; 1 tbsp Vegetable oil, for cooking

Difficulty

easy

Time

2h 45m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Bulgogi, literally meaning "fire meat," is an iconic Korean dish made from thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, then quickly stir-fried or grilled. This recipe brings traditional flavors to your kitchen, guaranteeing a juicy and delicious meal. It's a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or even for entertaining guests.

Steps

Prepare Marinade

In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar or honey, grated Asian pear or apple, grated onion, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.

Marinate Beef

Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but ideally 2-4 hours, or even overnight, for best flavor development.

Prepare Vegetables

While the beef is marinating, prepare your vegetables: julienne the carrot, thinly slice the onion and mushrooms, and chop the scallions.

Cook Beef

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with one tablespoon of vegetable oil. Remove the beef from the marinade and cook in small batches (about 2-3 minutes per batch) until nicely browned and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan. Set aside the cooked beef on a plate.

Sauté Vegetables

In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, then sauté the sliced onion and carrot for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender.

Combine & Serve

Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss to combine and heat through for 1 minute. Garnish with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with freshly cooked rice.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	280 kcal	700 kcal
Protein	22g	55g
Fat	15g	38g
Carbohydrate	12g	30g
Fiber	1g	3g
Sugar	8g	20g

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Bulgogi Korean Marinated Beef

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Steps

Prepare Marinade

Marinate Beef

Prepare Vegetables

Cook Beef

Sauté Vegetables

Combine & Serve

Extra Tips

► It's easier to slice the beef thinly if it's partially frozen.

► For best results, marinate the beef for at least 2 hours, or even overnight, in the refrigerator.

► Cook the meat in smaller batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, ensuring a nice sear instead of steaming.

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