Best 3 Bulgogi Sauce For Beef Or Chicken Recipes

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**Bulgogi sauce**, a staple in Korean cuisine, is a versatile marinade and dipping sauce that adds a savory, slightly sweet, and garlicky flavor to grilled or roasted meats, such as beef, chicken, and pork. Made with a combination of soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, brown sugar, green onions, and black pepper, this flavorful sauce not only tenderizes the meat but also imparts a delicious crust when cooked.

This article offers a collection of bulgogi sauce recipes for both beef and chicken, providing options for various dietary preferences and cooking styles. The classic bulgogi sauce recipe forms the foundation of these sauces, with additional variations that incorporate ingredients like honey, ginger, gochujang (Korean chili paste), and rice vinegar, creating unique flavor profiles to suit diverse tastes.

Whether you prefer the traditional beef bulgogi, succulent chicken bulgogi, or a vegan alternative made with tofu or tempeh, these bulgogi sauce recipes provide a comprehensive guide to creating this essential Korean sauce at home. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the bold and vibrant flavors of bulgogi sauce in all its variations.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BULGOGI SAUCE FOR BEEF OR CHICKEN



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We had Kitchen Crew members raving that this is the best Korean dish they've ever had! Sweet and spicy, this is Bulgogi sauce is an accessible way to begin exploring Korean cooking. Use this for chicken or beef - both are delicious. If there is an issue locating Chinese bean paste, it can be left out. We tried it both ways and it...

Provided by Kimi Gaines

Categories     Beef

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 Tbsp soy sauce
4 tsp sesame oil
2 tsp Chinese bean paste
4 Tbsp water
4 Tbsp rice wine or dry sherry
2 tsp toasted ground sesame seeds
4 tsp finely chopped green onion
2 tsp chili sauce
2 small clove garlic, minced
4 tsp sugar
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Combine soy sauce and sesame oil in a small bowl and stir in Chinese bean paste, water, rice wine, ground sesame seeds, spring onion, and chili sauce.
  • 2. Crush garlic and salt and sugar to a fine paste.
  • 3. Stir in, mix well, and add chicken strips or beef strips. Marinate for several hours.
  • 4. Add chicken or beef to a skillet, along with half the sauce, and stir fry until meat is cooked. Serve over rice.

BEEF BULGOGI



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Just like my Korean mom makes it! It's delicious! Even better if rolled up in red leaf lettuce with rice and hot pepper paste. If you want to spice it up just add red pepper powder to your marinade.

Provided by Tenny Sharp

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
5 tablespoons soy sauce
2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons sesame oil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the beef in a shallow dish. Combine soy sauce, sugar, green onion, garlic, sesame seeds, sesame oil, and ground black pepper in a small bowl. Pour over beef. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Quickly grill beef on hot grill until slightly charred and cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 27.2 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1157.4 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

BEEF BULGOGI KOREAN TACOS



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Make a taco truck favorite at home! Load up a soft tortilla with Korean BBQ beef, cilantro-lettuce slaw and fiery Sriracha salsa. Pair with a Fizzy Lime SODArita.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 medium green onions, chopped
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/2 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
8 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos and fajitas (6 inch), heated as directed on package
1 tablespoon sesame seed

Steps:

  • In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix beef and marinade ingredients. Seal bag. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in blender, place spicy salsa ingredients. Cover; blend on medium speed until smooth. Pour into small bowl. Set aside. In large bowl, mix all slaw ingredients except lettuce until well mixed. Set aside.
  • Drain beef; discard marinade. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook beef in skillet 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown. Toss lettuce in slaw mixture.
  • Spoon beef on warm tortillas. Drizzle with spicy salsa, and top with slaw. Sprinkle tops with sesame seed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (taco only), Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • To make the best bulgogi sauce, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh garlic, ginger, and green onions will give the sauce the best flavor.
  • If you don't have time to marinate your meat for a long time, you can still make a delicious bulgogi sauce by using a quick marinade. Just combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and stir until well blended. Then, add the meat to the bowl and stir to coat. Let the meat marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Bulgogi sauce can be used to marinate beef, chicken, or pork. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for cooked meat or vegetables.
  • If you're using bulgogi sauce as a marinade, be sure to discard the marinade after you've cooked the meat. The marinade can contain harmful bacteria that can make you sick.
  • Bulgogi sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Bulgogi sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to marinate or flavor a variety of meats and vegetables. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new way to flavor your food, give bulgogi sauce a try!

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