Description
This Easy Korean Beef Bulgogi recipe is a flavorful and quick way to enjoy traditional Korean marinated beef. Tender slices of flank steak are marinated in a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce made with pear, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, and brown sugar. The beef is then quickly pan-cooked in a skillet to lock in all the delicious flavors. Perfect for serving over steamed rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade Ingredients
- ½ pear, skinned and minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Beef and Cooking
- 2 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine the minced pear, garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, lime juice, brown sugar, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir well to fully mix all the ingredients.
- Marinate the Beef: Add the thinly sliced flank steak to the marinade mixture. Use your hands or a spoon to ensure the beef is thoroughly coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse the meat.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. When hot, place a portion of the marinated beef in a single layer on the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until the beef is nicely browned and cooked through. Remove the cooked beef and set it aside, then repeat with the remaining beef.
- Serve: Serve the cooked bulgogi beef immediately over steamed rice or your choice of sides. Enjoy your flavorful Korean beef bulgogi!
Notes
- For best results, slice the flank steak very thinly across the grain to achieve tender beef.
- You can substitute flank steak with sirloin or ribeye if preferred.
- Marinate longer up to overnight for deeper flavor.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the sriracha.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Korean Beef Bulgogi, Korean recipe, marinated beef, quick Korean meal, bulgogi flank steak
