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Beef Bulgogi - Korean BBQ
Tender marinated beef with sweet and savory Korean BBQ flavors, grilled to perfection.
30
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
45
Total (min)
4
Servings
Health Score75/100
Ingredients
- •2 lbs Beef ribeye
- •6 tbsp Soy sauce
- •1 lb Beef
- •1 teaspoon Salt
- •3 tbsp Sesame oil
- •3 tbsp Brown sugar
- •0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- •2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- •1 medium Asian pear
- •3 cloves Garlic
- •1 medium Onion
- •2 inches Ginger
- •4 stalks Green onions
- •2 tbsp Sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Freeze beef 30 minutes for easier slicing, then cut against the grain into thin strips
💡 Cold meat slices cleaner
- 2
Blend soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, pear, garlic, and ginger into marinade
💡 Asian pear tenderizes meat
- 3
Marinate beef for 4 hours or overnight in refrigerator
💡 Longer marination deepens flavor
- 4
Heat grill or cast iron pan to high heat
💡 High heat creates caramelization
- 5
Cook beef in single layer batches - do not overcrowd
💡 Steam ruins sear
- 6
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions
💡 Fresh herbs add brightness
- 7
Serve with steamed rice and lettuce wraps
💡 Traditional serving style