Best 4 Best Bulgoki Korean Barbeque Beef Recipes

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**Bulgoki: A Savory Symphony of Korean Barbeque Beef**

Savor the enticing aroma of bulgogi, a culinary masterpiece from Korea that tantalizes taste buds with its delectable flavors. This grilled marinated beef dish is a symphony of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes, captivating the senses with every bite. Tender slices of beef, marinated in a blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and a touch of gochujang (Korean chili paste), are grilled to perfection, resulting in a dish that is both succulent and flavorful. Bulgogi is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own, wrapped in lettuce leaves with rice and other accompaniments, or served as a main course with a side of rice and a variety of banchan (Korean side dishes). This article presents a collection of bulgogi recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels, ensuring that every home cook can recreate this Korean barbeque classic in their own kitchen.

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BEST BULGOKI - KOREAN BARBEQUE BEEF



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This is the best bulgoki recipe I've come up with--adapted from a few different ones. It is very forgiving and you can adjust sweetness and spiciness as you prefer. Serve over rice.

Provided by mollymayo

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 8h24m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 scallions, chopped
½ cup coarsely grated pear
3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
1 tablespoon brown sugar, or more to taste
4 cloves garlic, grated
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound beef top sirloin, thinly sliced
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chile paste)
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)

Steps:

  • Whisk scallions, pear, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, 1 tablespoon mirin, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, garlic, lime juice, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add beef; coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Transfer beef slices from marinade to preheated grill, reserving marinade; cook until no longer pink in the center, about 3 minutes per side. Place beef in a serving dish.
  • Place marinade in a saucepan with soy sauce, water, gochujang, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon mirin. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened to sauce consistency, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour sauce over beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1942.1 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

KOREAN BEEF BULGOGI



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A super easy recipe for Korean BBQ beef with the most flavorful marinade! The thin slices of meat cook quickly, and it's so tender!!!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     asian inspired

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds boneless rib eye steak
1/2 small pear, peeled and coarsely grated
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Wrap steak in plastic wrap, and place in the freezer for 30 minutes. Unwrap and slice across the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices. In a medium bowl, combine pear, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger and gochujang. In a gallon size Ziploc bag, combine soy sauce mixture and steak; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat.* Working in batches, add steak to the grill pan in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until charred and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and steak. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

EASY BULGOGI (KOREAN BBQ BEEF)



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Most Bulgogi recipes call for crushed pear. This is for tenderizing the meat. My boyfriend's Korean mother says Coca-Cola® can also be used for the same purpose. This recipe uses very thin-sliced meat so tenderization isn't necessary. Sugar is used instead.

Provided by KDC860

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 green onions, chopped, dark green parts separated from white and light green parts
⅓ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
¼ teaspoon Korean red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ pounds beef sirloin steak, cut very thin using kitchen shears
1 teaspoon honey, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine yellow onion, white and light green parts of green onions, soy sauce, sugar, sesame seeds, garlic, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, ginger, and black pepper in a bowl until marinade is well mixed. Add steak slices to marinade; cover and refrigerate, 1 hour to 1 day.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, cook and stir steak and marinade together in the hot skillet, adding honey to caramelize the steak, until steak is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Garnish bulgogi with green parts of green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 844.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

BULGOGI (KOREAN BARBECUED BEEF)



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds sirloin or flank steak
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Asian (dark) sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice wine or sherry
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 scallions, minced
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled, crushed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head red leaf lettuce, separated into leaves, washed and dried
Sliced green chilies
Whole peeled and sliced garlic cloves
Bean paste
Pepper paste
White rice

Steps:

  • Score the meat, if necessary, and place between two pieces of plastic wrap, pound lightly with meat pounder, lightly, to tenderize. Slice the meat on the diagonal into thin strips. Place the meat in a shallow non-reactive baking dish. In a large bowl combine the marinade ingredients and pour them over the meat, mixing well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. Preheat the grill. Remove the meat from the marinade. Over high heat grill for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until meat is nicely browned. Alternately, the meat may be cooked in a very hot frying pan. Wrap a few pieces of beef in a lettuce leaf and all or any of the garnishes. Eat at once.;
  • Julienned scallions mixed with chopped red leaf lettuce, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, black pepper .
  • Daikon julienned with vinegar, pickled radish, carrot, julienned .

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Ribeye, strip steak, or flank steak are all good choices for bulgogi.
  • Slice the beef thinly: This will help it cook quickly and evenly.
  • Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes: This will help it absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Cook the beef over high heat: This will help it get a nice sear and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Serve the bulgogi with a variety of sides: Rice, noodles, vegetables, and kimchi are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Bulgogi is a delicious and versatile Korean dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, bulgogi is a great option.

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