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Korean Beef Bulgogi Recipe

Korean Beef Bulgogi Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Korean Beef Bulgogi is a delicious and savory dish featuring thinly sliced, marinated beef that is grilled to perfection. This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.


Ingredients

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For the Marinade:

  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/2 cup Asian pear, grated
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Beef:

  • 2 pounds flank steak, sirloin, tenderloin, or ribeye
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Chill the Steak: Wrap the flank steak in plastic wrap and freeze for 3 hours. Slice into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  2. Marinate: Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Marinate sliced steak for 2-3 hours or overnight.
  3. Cook: Heat a grill pan, add oil, and cook steak slices in batches until charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Serve over white rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg