Beef Bulgogi
Beef Bulgogi is a deliciously marinated Korean dish that offers an explosion of flavors with every bite. This quick and easy recipe showcases tender beef sirloin, perfectly caramelized and infused with a savory-sweet marinade. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, Beef Bulgogi can be served over rice, in lettuce wraps, or even in tacos. With minimal cooking skills required, you’ll have your friends begging for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ Asian pear, grated (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain and add it to the marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of oil. Add marinated beef in batches and sauté until browned and caramelized (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped green onions during the last minute of cooking. Serve hot over rice or in lettuce wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider incorporating gochujang into the marinade. This dish is versatile; feel free to swap beef for chicken or tofu and add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.