Korean Gochujang Beef
Korean Gochujang Beef with balanced flavor and layered textures
Ingredients
- •1 lb Beef ribeye
- •3 tbsp Gochujang
- •2 tbsp Soy sauce
- •1 tbsp Sesame oil
- •1 tbsp Brown sugar
- •4 cloves Garlic
- •1 tbsp Ginger
- •3 stalks Green onions
- •1 tbsp Sesame seeds
- •2 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Slice beef thinly against the grain.
💡 Rest before slicing against the grain. Ground beef should be cooked through.
- 2
Mix gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic and ginger.
💡 Very high heat to develop deep browning. Do not move the protein until it releases naturally.
- 3
Toss beef in marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
💡 Rest before slicing against the grain. Ground beef should be cooked through.
- 4
Heat oil in a wok over high heat.
💡 Maintain oil temperature - too hot burns, too cool makes greasy food.
- 5
Add beef in single layer. Don't crowd - work in batches.
💡 Rest before slicing against the grain. Ground beef should be cooked through.
- 6
Stir-fry 2-3 minutes until caramelized but still tender.
💡 High heat with small amount of fat. Ingredients should sizzle but not steam.
- 7
Continue cooking until sauce clings to the beef.
💡 Rest before slicing against the grain. Ground beef should be cooked through.
- 8
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
💡 Cook until translucent but not browned for base. Caramelize for sweetness.