Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Korean beef bulgogi, a dish that transforms marinated slices of tender beef into a sizzling masterpiece. With its perfect blend of sweet and savory notes, this recipe is not only quick and easy—taking less than 30 minutes from prep to plate—but it also brings the essence of Seoul right to your kitchen. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, serve it hot with rice or wrapped in crisp lettuce for an unforgettable meal that will delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin beef
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup pureed pear or apple
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, and pear/apple puree until smooth.
- Add sliced beef and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for best results).
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook marinated beef slices for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and caramelized.
- Sprinkle green onions during the last minute of cooking.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg