My Ungrilled Bulgogi
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with "My Ungrilled Bulgogi," a savory and satisfyingly simple take on a Korean classic. Using tender slices of beef ribeye or sirloin, this dish swaps the grill for a hot skillet, delivering all the rich, caramelized flavors of traditional bulgogi in just minutes. The secret to its irresistible taste lies in the marinade—a perfect balance of soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar, enhanced by the natural sweetness of grated Asian pear and the sharp kick of fresh garlic. Quick to prepare and cook, this recipe is ideal for busy nights, yet impressive enough to serve when entertaining. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and paired with fluffy steamed rice and Korean banchan, "My Ungrilled Bulgogi" is a soul-warming dish that your family will request time and again. A must-try for lovers of Korean cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef ribeye or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Pear, grated (Asian pear preferred)
- 3 stalks Scallions, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated pear, chopped scallions, and ground black pepper. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and mix well, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Working in batches if necessary, add the marinated beef to the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the beef is browned and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked beef to a serving plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve immediately with steamed rice and your choice of banchan (Korean side dishes) for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 792 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 584 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
