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A serving of delicious beef bulgogi with grilled vegetables.

Proven way to grow 5 Star Beef BulgogiBeef Bulgogi

This recipe provides a proven method to create delicious 5-star Beef Bulgogi, a classic Korean dish known for its tender meat and savory-sweet marinade.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For Cooking
  • 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • skillet or wok

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the thinly sliced beef sirloin to the marinade and mix well, ensuring all the meat is coated; cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 2-4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add the marinated beef in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan for even cooking.
  2. Stir-fry the beef for 2-3 minutes per side until it is browned and cooked through, working in batches if necessary.
  3. Add the thinly sliced onion to the skillet during the last few minutes of cooking and stir-fry until softened.
  4. Garnish the cooked bulgogi with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

For extra tenderness, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of grated Asian pear to the marinade. Serve the bulgogi with steamed rice and kimchi for a complete meal.