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Bulgogi — Korean beef BBQ

Korean

Serving of Bulgogi — Korean beef BBQ; presentation may vary
Photograph of this dish; preparation, toppings and presentation may vary. Photo: 국립국어원 · Source · CC BY-SA 2.0 kr
Servings (recipe yield)
Not provided
Prep time
15 min–20 min
Cook time
10 min–15 min
Rest / chill / soak
30 min
Total time
55 min–1 hr 5 min

Estimated times for this version of the recipe. Equipment, ingredient preparation and batch size can change the timing.

Includes a minimum 30-minute marinade. Overnight marinating adds time.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Beef tenderloin, sliced across the grain into thin strips
  • ½ cup Asian pear, crushed
  • ¼ cup Onion, puréed
  • 4 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 Scallion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • a pinch Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
  • a few slices Carrot, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Combine the pear, onion, garlic, ginger, scallion, soy sauce, sugar, pepper, sesame oil and carrot in a bowl.
  2. Coat the beef with the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; an overnight marinade is also an option.
  3. Heat a grill or skillet to medium-high. Cook the thin beef, turning as needed, until cooked through.
  4. Serve hot. Lettuce wraps and Korean side dishes are optional accompaniments.

Source: Maangchi (concise adaptation) · Recipe source

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