Best 6 Korean Marinated Beef Bulgogi Recipes

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**Korean Marinated Beef Bulgogi: A Savory and Aromatic Barbecue Delight**

Bulgogi, a quintessential Korean dish, tantalizes taste buds with its sweet, savory, and slightly smoky flavor profile. This delectable dish features thinly sliced beef marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and aromatic spices. The meat is then grilled or pan-fried until tender and slightly charred, resulting in a mouthwatering experience. This article presents a collection of carefully curated Korean marinated beef bulgogi recipes, each offering unique variations on this classic dish. From the traditional soy sauce-based marinade to variations incorporating gochujang (Korean chili paste), honey, and even pineapple, these recipes cater to diverse taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions, ensuring a successful and enjoyable cooking experience. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the tantalizing world of Korean marinated beef bulgogi.

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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.

BEEF BULGOGI(KOREAN MARINATED BEEF)



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Make and share this Beef Bulgogi(Korean Marinated Beef) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by vcroker

Categories     Korean

Time 15m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons soy sauce (I used kikkoman)
2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 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 3 hours.
  • Preheat on outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Quickly grill beef on hot grill untill slightly charred and cooked through,1 to 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 1071.4, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 8.9, Protein 27.2

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

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

KOREAN BULGOGI MARINATED STEAKS



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I am pretty sure that Korean Bulgogi is supposed to be meat strips, marinated and cooked. I just used 6 small steaks and marinated them whole. So maybe it would be more accurate to say this is a recipe that is INFLUENCED from Korean Bulgogi. I'd so hate to offend.

Provided by Danibelle

Categories     Meat

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs steak
1 onion, rough chopped
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons cooking sherry
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Mince garlic & mix all ingredients with the steak strips.
  • Let marinate for 2 hours refrigerated or overnight.
  • Pan fry or grill steaks until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573, Fat 39.3, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 115.7, Sodium 1432.9, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 8.2, Protein 34

BULGOGI (KOREAN GRILLED BEEF)



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Bulgogi, a Korean classic of marinated grilled beef, is easy to make and fun to eat; it's no wonder it is one of the country's most successful culinary exports. As with most Korean barbecue, the meat is seasoned with sesame and scallion, and has ripe pears in the marinade to tenderize the meat and add a characteristic sweetness. Round, pale yellow Asian pears are traditional, but Bosc pears are just fine. The meat is only half the recipe: Just as important are the crunchy vegetables, pungent herbs and savory sauces that all get wrapped together into delicious mouthfuls. Perilla is a common Korean herb in the mint family, but if you cannot find it, you can try other herbs like shiso or cilantro. Make sure to wrap your bundle tightly: According to Korean tradition, you must finish it in a single bite!

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, lunch, barbecues, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound well-marbled, boneless sirloin, tenderloin or skirt steak
4 large garlic cloves
1 cup peeled, chopped ripe Asian or Bosc pear
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
1 scallion, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon roasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon light brown sugar or honey
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
Whole, fluffy lettuce leaves for wrapping, such as green leaf, oak leaf or romaine; and whole perilla leaves (optional)
Any or all of the following: hot cooked short-grain rice; long green hot peppers, sliced crosswise into 1-inch chunks; small peeled garlic cloves; carrot and cucumber spears or sticks, 1 to 2 inches long
Korean Barbecue Sauce (Ssamjang, see recipe)

Steps:

  • Wrap beef in plastic wrap or butcher paper and place in freezer for 1 to 2 hours to firm up.
  • Cut beef across the grain into thin slices. If cooking in a skillet, slices should be less than 1/8 inch thick; do not worry if they are a bit ragged. If cooking on the grill, uniform slices, 1/8-inch thick, are best.
  • In a food processor, combine garlic, pear, onion and ginger and process until very smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
  • In a bowl or sealable plastic bag, combine steak, marinade, scallion, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar and pepper and mix well. Cover or seal, then refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  • When ready to cook and serve, prepare garnishes. Lettuce leaves should be mounded in a large basket or platter; small dishes can hold remaining garnishes. Keep vegetables cold.
  • If using a cast-iron grill pan or large skillet, heat over high heat. Add all the meat and its juices to the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, until most (but not all) of the liquid has evaporated and the meat begins to brown around the edges. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately, directly from the skillet (this will keep the meat hot). If using a charcoal or gas grill, heat to high. Working in batches if necessary, place the sliced meat on the grill and cook, turning often, just until cooked through and browned, about 2 minutes. If desired, heat an empty cast-iron skillet and use as a serving dish; this will keep the meat hot. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • To eat, lay a lettuce leaf open on your palm. Add a perilla leaf (if using), a small lump of rice, 1 or 2 pieces of meat and any other garnishes on top, then dab with sauce. Wrap by lifting up the edges of the lettuce leaf, then twisting them together to make a tight bundle. Eat each bundle in one bite, according to Korean tradition.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality beef for the best results. Look for well-marbled meat that is a deep red color.
  • Slice the beef against the grain for tenderer results.
  • Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Grill the beef over medium-high heat until it is cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Serve the bulgogi with rice, lettuce wraps, and your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Korean marinated beef bulgogi is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its tender, flavorful meat and simple ingredients, bulgogi is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting meal to try, give this recipe a try.

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