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Korean BBQ Beef – Homemade Bulgogi

Savory Korean BBQ Beef – Homemade Bulgogi You’ll Love

Experience the rich flavors of Korean BBQ Beef – Homemade Bulgogi with this quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Beef (Ribeye or Sirloin) Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Gluten-free if needed
  • 1 medium Ripe Pear Substitute with Asian pear or grated apple
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or Palm Sugar Honey or coconut sugar are alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for authentic taste
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Red Pepper Paste) Sriracha can be used for less heat
  • 1 tablespoon White Miso Paste Substitute with tahini if hard to find
For Cooking and Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil For greasing
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 1 large Cucumber Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as well
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Adjust based on taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean Red Chili Flakes) Optional for extra spice

Equipment

  • Wok or Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Beef: Freeze ribeye or sirloin for 30 minutes and slice thinly against the grain.
  2. Marinate the Beef: Combine all marinade ingredients, coat beef, cover, and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Make the Ssamjang Sauce: Mix gochujang, miso paste, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Chill.
  4. Prepare the Cucumber Salad: Combine sliced cucumber, rice vinegar, sugar, and gochugaru. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Cook the Beef - Wok Method: Heat oil in a wok, cook beef in batches for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  6. Cook the Beef - Air Fryer Method: Preheat air fryer to 400°F and cook beef strips for 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Plate bulgogi over rice with cucumber salad and ssamjang sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with a gluten-free alternative. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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