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Korean Bulgogi Beef

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Korean Bulgogi Beef is a tender, flavorful dish featuring thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin marinated in a savory and sweet sauce with Asian pear, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Quick to cook and perfect for weeknight dinners, this classic Korean recipe pairs wonderfully with steamed rice and kimchi for an authentic, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the beef marinade:

1 lb (450g) ribeye or sirloin, thinly sliced

¼ cup soy sauce

2 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp sesame oil

2 tsp rice vinegar

1 Asian pear or apple, grated

1 tbsp minced garlic

1 tsp minced ginger

2 green onions, chopped

1 tbsp sesame seeds

Sides:

Steamed white rice

Kimchi

Additional chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated Asian pear or apple, minced garlic, minced ginger, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds to make the marinade.

  2. Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, tossing to coat each piece evenly.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours, to allow flavors to meld and tenderize the meat.

  4. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

  5. Cook the marinated beef in batches, avoiding overcrowding, about 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.

  6. Serve hot over steamed white rice with kimchi on the side. Garnish with extra green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Use ribeye or sirloin for the best tenderness and flavor.

Grated Asian pear or apple tenderizes the beef and adds sweetness; can be omitted if unavailable.

Add gochujang or red pepper flakes for spice.

Use tamari for gluten-free marinade.

Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently to keep beef tender.

Grilling bulgogi adds delicious smoky flavor.

Find it online: https://familydinnercooking.com/korean-bulgogi-beef/