Description
A straightforward recipe for Korean marinated grilled beef.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin or ribeye)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 green onion, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, water, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Add the thinly sliced beef and sliced onion to the marinade. Toss to coat the beef evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Heat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface.
- Remove the beef from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Cook the beef in a single layer without overcrowding the pan.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked through.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onion if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Thinly slicing the beef against the grain helps keep it tender.
- You can substitute pear juice for some of the water in the marinade for added sweetness and tenderizing.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 45
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: Bulgogi, Korean beef, marinated beef, grilled beef, soy sauce marinade