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Easy Authentic Korean Beef Bulgogi Recipe

Authentic Korean beef bulgogi features tender marinated slices in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners with impressive flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pounds short rib of beef alternatives: tri tip or flank steak
  • 2/3 cup green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds lightly toasted and crushed
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground Szechwan pepper

Equipment

  • large ziplock bag
  • Small bowl
  • grill
  • broiler
  • Frying pan

Method
 

  1. Trim the beef into thin slices about 1/2 inch thick. If using tri tip or flank steak, slice against the grain.
  2. In a large ziplock bag, combine green onions, soy sauce, water, sesame oil, brown sugar, sesame seeds, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and Szechwan pepper. Seal and massage until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Add beef slices to the bag, reseal, and massage until coated. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours, turning occasionally.
  4. Remove beef from marinade, reserving the marinade. Grill, broil, or pan-fry the beef for 3-6 minutes per side, brushing with additional marinade when flipping.

Notes

For maximum tenderness, slice the beef as thinly as possible against the grain and marinate for at least 4 hours.