Description
Bulgogi is Korea’s beloved BBQ—tender beef slices bathed in a sweet, savory marinade packed with umami. The balance of soy, garlic, ginger, and pear creates flavor that clings to every bite. Whether grilled, pan-fried, or tossed into a rice bowl, this bulgogi is your passport to bold, comforting Korean flavors.
Ingredients
2 lb top sirloin steak, thinly sliced
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp grated ginger
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 Korean pear, grated
½ tsp ground black pepper
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Mix the marinade: In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, mirin, rice vinegar, grated pear, black pepper, green onions, and sesame seeds if using.
Marinate the beef: Add thinly sliced steak to the marinade, making sure each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
Cook the bulgogi: Grill, stir-fry, or pan-fry the beef over medium-high heat in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook until caramelized and just cooked through.
Serve: Over steamed rice with kimchi, fried egg, and fresh veggies like cucumbers and carrots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400-450/serving
- Fat: 22g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 28g/serving
- Protein: 30g/serving