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Beef Bulgogi

Savor the Flavor with Easy Beef Bulgogi at Home

Experience the delicious blend of sweet and savory notes in this Beef Bulgogi recipe, a crowd-pleaser perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marination Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar can substitute with honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar alternative: rice or red wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup Korean BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the Beef
  • 1 pound beef chuck roast or ribeye/flank steak
  • 1/4 cup water
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • mandoline slicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Beef Bulgogi
  1. Prepare the beef by placing the chuck roast in the freezer for 40 minutes to 2 hours for easier slicing. Cut into thin strips.
  2. Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Marinate the beef in the prepared marinade for at least 24 hours, or 30 minutes to 1 hour if short on time.
  4. Cook the marinated beef in a heated skillet with sesame oil for 4 to 5 minutes until browned.
  5. Serve hot with steamed rice or in lettuce wraps topped with onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Slicing technique enhances flavor absorption. For best results, allow 24 hours marination time.

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