Korean Beef Bulgogi
Classic Korean beef bulgogi made with thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory soy-garlic sauce, then quickly cooked until tender and caramelized.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Large Skillet or Grill Pan
- Knife
Ingredients
Beef Bulgogi
- 1 lb beef sirloin or ribeye thinly sliced against the grain
- ⅓ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Asian pear grated (or apple)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, grated pear, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Add sliced beef and onion to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated beef in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until cooked through and lightly caramelized.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Serve bulgogi with steamed rice, lettuce wraps, or alongside kimchi for an authentic Korean meal.