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Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi

Beef Bulgogi is a world-famous Korean favorite that features thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, then grilled to perfection. While its origins may be rooted in royalty, it's surprisingly simple to make at home!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Marinating Time1 day
Total Time1 day 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Beef Bulgogi, Korean BBQ Beef
Servings: 2
Author: Chef Chris Cho

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 300 grams Thinly Sliced Rib Eye
  • 1-2 stalks Scallions Sliced 2-3 inches long
  • 50 grams Onion Sliced
  • 1 tsp Vegetable or Canola Oil For sauteing
  • 1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds For garnish

Bulgogi Marinade

  • 6 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1/2 tbsp Garlic
  • 40 grams Onion
  • 70 grams Korean Pear
  • 1/3 cup Water
  • 3 tbsp Sake
  • 1/2 tbsp Oyster Sauce
  • Black Pepper To taste

Instructions

Bulgogi Marinade

  • Combine soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil, and mix well until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Blend together garlic, onion, pear, and water, then add into the soy sauce mixture.
  • Add sake, oyster sauce, and black pepper to the bulgogi marinade, then mix thoroughly.
  • Marinate the meat in the bulgogi sauce for 30 mins minimum up to 24 hours.

How to Cook Bulgogi

  • Slice onion and scallions into strips.
  • In medium to low heat and splash of oil, place the marinated beef into the pan and slowly cook it.
  • When the meat is 70-80% done, add the onion and scallions.
  • As needed, cut the beef into bitesize pieces.
  • Finish with sesame seeds, serve on a hot plate, and enjoy!

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