Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef)
Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef) features paper-thin sirloin soaked in a soy, sesame, garlic, and sugar marinade that yields a savory-sweet, umami-rich bite. Grilled in a foil packet with onions and carrot, the meat turns tender and aromatic with caramelized edges—ideal for a weeknight dinner or casual cookout.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, and MSG. Add the beef, carrots, and onions to the bag; seal it, and shake to coat the vegetables and beef with the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 2 1/2 hours. I prefer to marinate mine overnight.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat. Take the meat and vegetables out of the marinade, place them on a large sheet of aluminum foil, and seal it. Discard the marinade.
- 3
Set the foil packet on the grill, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it reaches your preferred doneness.
- Calories 267.16 kcal Moderate
- Protein 28.55 g Good Source
- Carbs 11.27 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.59 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.69 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 75.98 mg High
- Sodium 804.69 mg High
- Fiber 1.18 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.14 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 172.18 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.34 mg Moderate
- Potassium 486.08 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 0.65 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 12.9 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef) is a Korean appetizer recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Carrot, Garlic, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 267.16 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef)?
- It is a Korean recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Carrot, Garlic, Green Onion, Monosodium Glutamate. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef)?
- About 50 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 267.16 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
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