Best 6 Bulgogi Beef Korean Style Barbecue Recipes

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Bulgogi, a mouthwatering dish originating from Korea, is a delectable grilled marinated beef that tantalizes taste buds with its sweet, savory, and slightly charred flavors. Thinly sliced rib-eye steak is artfully marinated in a blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, scallions, and a hint of Korean pear or apple for a touch of subtle sweetness. This culinary masterpiece can be grilled, pan-fried, or even cooked over an open fire, each method infusing the beef with a unique smoky aroma. Bulgogi is traditionally served with a variety of accompaniments, including rice, leafy greens, and an array of flavorful dipping sauces, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various settings. This article provides a collection of meticulously crafted recipes that capture the essence of authentic Korean bulgogi, offering a diverse range of options to suit any preference. From the classic grilled bulgogi to variations like the spicy firecracker bulgogi and the savory bulgogi burgers, each recipe promises an unforgettable culinary experience that embodies the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Korean cuisine.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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 .

BULGOGI (KOREAN BBQ BEEF)



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How to make the most delicious bulgogi (Korean BBQ beef) from scratch. Don't forget to read my best cooking tips from above!

Provided by Sue | My Korean Kitchen

Categories     Main

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

800 g rib eye ((1.76 pounds) or top sirloin (or any tender prime beef cut), thinly sliced, 2mm to 3mm (1/8 inch) thickness)
1 onion ((130 g / 4.6 ounces), optional, peeled & thinly sliced)
2 stalks green onion ((55 g / 2 ounces), optional, thinly sliced)
1/2 carrot ((55 g / 2 ounces), optional, peeled & thinly sliced)
1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 Tbsp cooking oil ((I used rice bran oil))
6 Tbsp soy sauce ((I use regular Kikkoman soy sauce))
3 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp rice wine ((mirin))
1 red apple (or asian pear (155 g / 5.5 ounces))
1/2 onion ((80 g / 2.8 ounces))
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp minced ginger
1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blend the marinade ingredients in a mixer or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  • Place the thinly sliced meat in a mixing bowl and pour the marinade over it. Mix them well together while gently massaging the meat with your hands. (Wearing a food prep glove is very handy here!)Add the sesame oil and mix it into the meat. (I prefer adding the sesame oil separately as opposed to mixing it in the marinade sauce. I read somewhere that the oil can prevent the other sauce getting absorbed effectively into the meat.)Cover the bowl with cling wrap (or move the marinated meat into a glass container with a lid) and marinate the meat for at least 4 hours in the fridge. (If you have more time, you can also marinate it overnight to deepen the flavour even more).
  • Preheat a skillet / bbq grill on medium high heat until well heated. Add the cooking oil and spread it well. Add the meat (and vegetables) and cook it on medium high to high heat for 3 to 5 mins (until the meat and vegetables cook to your desired doneness). Toss in the sesame seeds and stir them quickly.
  • Serve the bulgogi with steamed rice and other Korean side dishes. (refer above for more tips)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 47 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 1633 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BULGOGI (KOREAN BARBECUED BEEF)



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Marinated beef strips and vegetables are barbecued or broiled. Best served over rice, with egg rolls and Korean cucumber salad (from this site)!!

Provided by Paula Stotts

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
1 pound beef top sirloin, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned
1 green onion, chopped
½ yellow onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, and MSG. Place beef, carrots, and onions in the bag; seal, and shake to coat the vegetables and beef with the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 2 1/2 hours. I prefer to marinate mine overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Remove meat and vegetables from marinade, and place on a large sheet of aluminum foil; seal. Discard marinade.
  • Place on grill, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1054.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BULGOGI BEEF (KOREAN-STYLE BARBECUE)



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In the best examples I've had of beef bulgogi in Korean restaurants, the meat, while tender, still had a little bit of chewiness to it. You can control texture by the thickness or thinness of the slices and how long you marinate them. But this is a fairly fast-acting marinade, so I go with an hour or two.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ¼ pounds boneless beef short ribs, sliced across the grain in 1/8-inch thick slices
4 cloves garlic, finely crushed
¼ cup grated yellow onion
1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon light brown sugar, or to taste
⅓ cup freshly grated Asian pear
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing skillet
2 cups hot steamed rice, or as needed
2 sliced green onion tops for garnish

Steps:

  • Mix garlic, grated onion, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, brown sugar together in a mixing bowl. Stir in grated pear, soy sauce, and chile flakes.
  • Transfer meat to marinade and toss to coat on all sides. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
  • Season meat with salt and a drizzle of vegetable oil. Toss.
  • Brush a cast iron skillet with a little vegetable oil and place over high heat. When skillet is very hot, add beef in a single layer and cook until meat begins to caramelize around the edges and moisture begins to evaporate, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve over hot rice and top with green onion slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 997.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.4 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 66.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 24.4 g, Sodium 2394 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

KOREAN-STYLE BBQ BEEF RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ribeye steak, onion, garlic cloves, pear, spring onions, brown sugar, black pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, canola oil, sesame seed, cooked rice, Banchan (Korean side dishes)

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ lb ribeye steak, or any other well-marbled, tender cut
1 onion, 1/2 roughly chopped and 1/2 thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic cloves
½ pear, peeled and roughly chopped
3 spring onions, 1 cut into pieces and 2 sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sesame seed, for serving
2 cups cooked rice, for serving
Banchan (Korean side dishes), for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Slice the beef as thinly as you can, then set aside in a large bowl. Using frozen or cold beef will make the slicing easier.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend the onion chunks, garlic, pear, green onion pieces, brown sugar, pepper, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.
  • Pour the marinade over the beef, add the thinly sliced onion, then mix to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or overnight.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. Pat the meat dry.
  • Being careful not to crowd the pan, sear the marinated beef and onions until browned. Sprinkle with the sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
  • Serve with rice and side dishes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1281 calories, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 67 grams, Sugar 21 grams

BULGOGI (KOREAN BBQ RIB EYE) RECIPE BY TASTY



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Can't get enough of BTS? Try one of J-Hope's favorite foods: Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Rib Eye). It's one of the most popular types of Korean barbecue meats and goes great with rice. You can't go wrong with bulgogi!

Provided by Jasmine Pak

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lb marbled rib eye steak, thinly sliced
1 medium white onion, roughly chopped, plus 1, thinly sliced, divided
1 asian pear, peeled, cored, and chopped
10 cloves garlic
1 piece ginger, peeled
½ cup light brown sugar
½ cup soy sauce
⅓ cup sesame oil
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
4 green onions, roughly chopped, plus 1, chopped, divided
vegetable oil, for cooking
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
white rice, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Pat the steak with paper towels to absorb any excess moisture. Transfer the steak to an airtight container.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine the roughly chopped white onion, Asian pear, garlic, ginger, ½ cup brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper and blend until smooth.
  • Pour the marinade over the beef. Add the thinly sliced white onion and roughly chopped green onions and mix well to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a Korean barbecue griddle or medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, add the bulgogi and cook for about 3 minutes, or until browned. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until browned on the other side.
  • Transfer the bulgogi to a plate and top with the chopped green onion and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1274 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 89 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 88 grams, Sugar 23 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality thinly sliced beef for the best results.
  • Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to develop.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the beef, you can still make bulgogi, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Cook the beef over high heat to get a nice char.
  • Serve the bulgogi with rice, lettuce wraps, and your favorite dipping sauces.

Conclusion:

Bulgogi is a delicious and easy-to-make Korean barbecue dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, bulgogi is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give bulgogi a try!

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