Korean BBQ Bulgogi

Tags: #korean #beef #marinated #grilled #sweet-savory Serving: 4 portions Total time: 4 hours

Sweet and savory marinated beef that's grilled to perfection, perfect with rice and banchan.

Ingredients

• 800g ribeye or sirloin, sliced paper-thin
• 1 Asian pear, grated
• 120ml soy sauce
• 60ml brown sugar
• 30ml sesame oil
• 30ml rice wine
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 15g fresh ginger, grated
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 15g sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 onion, sliced
• Steamed rice for serving
• Lettuce leaves for wrapping

Steps

1. Freeze beef 30 minutes for easier slicing
2. Slice beef against grain into thin strips
3. Grate Asian pear and squeeze out excess juice
4. Mix pear juice with soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and rice wine
5. Add garlic, ginger, green onions, and sesame seeds to marinade
6. Marinate beef in mixture for 3 hours minimum
7. Heat grill or large skillet over high heat
8. Cook marinated beef in single layer, don't overcrowd
9. Grill 2-3 minutes until caramelized and cooked through
10. Serve immediately with steamed rice and lettuce wraps

Notes

Slice meat very thin for tender results. Asian pear tenderizes the meat naturally with its enzymes.