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Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef

Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef brings tender, thin-cut sirloin soaked in a pear-sweetened, garlicky soy marinade with a gentle chile heat. The balance of sesame, ginger, and gochujang creates a glossy, savory-sweet bite perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve hot off the grill with rice, lettuce wraps, and quick pickles for a satisfying spread.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook9 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef
  1. 1

    Whisk the scallions, pear, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, 1 tablespoon mirin, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, garlic, lime juice, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; pour the mixture into a resealable plastic bag. Add the beef; coat it with the marinade, press out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  3. 3

    Move the beef slices from the marinade to the preheated grill, reserving the marinade; cook until no longer pink in the center, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the beef to a serving dish.

  4. 4

    Pour the marinade into a saucepan with soy sauce, water, gochujang, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon mirin. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened to a sauce consistency, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour the sauce over the beef.

About This Recipe

Top Bulgogi Korean BBQ Beef is a Korean dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 24 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, Chili Paste, and Fresh Ginger. Each serving provides about 329.31 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef?
It is a Korean recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, Chili Paste, Fresh Ginger, Garlic. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef?
Explore these Korean side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef?
About 24 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 9 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 329.31 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Top Bulgogi – Korean BBQ Beef easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.

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