Description
Easy Beef Bulgogi is a quick and flavorful Korean-inspired dish made with thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce, then cooked to tender, caramelized perfection. This simple bulgogi recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, delivering bold flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 500 g thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons grated pear or apple
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, grated pear or apple, and black pepper.
- Add the sliced beef and mix well to coat evenly.
- Marinate for at least 20–30 minutes (or longer for deeper flavor).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the beef in batches, spreading it in a single layer.
- Sear for a few minutes until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Slice beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper caramelization.Marinating longer enhances flavor and tenderness.Grated fruit helps naturally tenderize the meat.
