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Korean Beef Bulgogi

A savory and slightly sweet marinated beef dish, grilled or stir-fried, popular in Korean cuisine.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Beef Marinade
  • 1 pound beef sirloin thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon scallions chopped
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup lettuce leaves for wrapping
  • 1 cup kimchi optional

Method
 

Marinate the Beef
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang, chopped scallions, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for better flavor.
Cook the Beef
  1. Preheat the grill or pan over medium-high heat. If using a pan, add a little oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Remove the beef from the marinade and cook in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
Serve
  1. Serve the cooked bulgogi over cooked rice, with lettuce leaves and kimchi on the side for wrapping.

Notes

For a more authentic taste, use a Korean BBQ grill. Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your spice preference.