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Korean Beef Bulgogi

Savory Korean Beef Bulgogi: A Quick Flavor Explosion

Korean Beef Bulgogi is a tender, savory dish marinated and grilled, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless Rib Eye Steak Look for pre-sliced options.
  • ½ small Pear Peeled and coarsely grated; can substitute with Fuji apple.
  • ¼ cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce Delivers umami.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Provides a nutty flavor profile.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger Adds warmth.
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Mild heat essential for the recipe.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Divided; can substitute with canola or avocado oil.
For Garnish
  • 2 Green Onions Thinly sliced.
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Grill Pan
  • Large Bowl
  • Ziploc bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by freezing the boneless ribeye steak for about 30 minutes for easier slicing. Cut into ¼-inch thick slices.
  2. In a large bowl, blend together the grated pear, reduced sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and gochujang. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Place the sliced steak into a gallon-size Ziploc bag, pour in the marinade, seal the bag, and massage the marinade into the beef. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Heat a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Transfer the cooked beef to a serving platter and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or in lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 630mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the beef overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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