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Savory Korean BBQ Beef (Bulgogi-Style) You'll Crave Again!

This Savory Korean BBQ Beef (Bulgogi-Style) recipe features tender marinated beef bursting with umami flavor, perfect for satisfying cravings.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: BBQ, beef, Bulgogi, easy, quick, savory
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • Cast-Iron Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Marinade

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce low-sodium is preferable
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar can substitute honey or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil or olive oil if needed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 cup Asian pear or apple, grated

For the Beef

  • 1 pound beef sirloin or ribeye sliced thinly

For Garnishing

  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts as a substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste

Instructions

Directions

  • Begin by slicing the semi-frozen beef sirloin or ribeye across the grain into 1/8-inch strips.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, grated Asian pear, black pepper, and chopped green onions until well combined.
  • Add the beef slices to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the marinated beef to the pan in batches. Sear the beef undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until edges turn golden brown.
  • Once cooked, garnish your Bulgogi with additional chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve it hot.

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances flavor greatly. Adjust the black pepper quantity to your taste preference.