Description
A flavorful and spicy Korean beef bulgogi made with thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin marinated in a sweet, spicy, and garlicky sauce and quickly stir-fried to tender perfection. This dish makes a perfect dinner served with rice, noodles, or wrapped in lettuce for a delicious Korean meal experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 green onion, sliced
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang, and rice vinegar. Mix well to create a balanced sweet and spicy marinade.
- Marinate the Beef: Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, making sure each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and marinate for at least 20 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a skillet over high heat and allow it to get hot before adding the beef. This ensures a good sear and quick cooking.
- Cook the Beef: Add the marinated beef to the hot skillet and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes, until the beef is fully cooked and slightly caramelized. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onion and optional sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps for a traditional Korean meal.
- For added nutrition and texture, include sliced onions or julienned carrots in the skillet while stir-frying.
- Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness of the beef.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
