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Spicy Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowls

Spicy Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowls

450kcal
Prep 30 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total 45 minutes
Enjoy these Spicy Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowls, a delicious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors perfect for any dinner occasion.
Servings 4 bowls
Course Dinner
Cuisine Korean

Ingredients

For the Beef Marinade
  • 1 pound Ribeye or sirloin Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Adjust to your heat preference
  • 1 medium Grated Asian pear
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Grated
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
For Cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Neutral oil For cooking
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked rice
  • 2 stalks Green onions Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet or wok

Method

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Prep the Beef: If your beef isn’t already sliced, pop it in the freezer for 20-30 minutes for easier slicing.
  2. Whisk the Marinade: Combine soy sauce, gochujang, grated Asian pear, minced garlic, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, brown sugar, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Marinate the Beef: Pour the marinade over the sliced beef, cover and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 4 hours.
  4. Heat the Pan: Heat a large cast-iron skillet or wok over high heat, adding neutral oil until it shimmers.
  5. Cook the Beef: Add a single layer of beef to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until caramelized.
  6. Finish Cooking: Remove cooked beef and repeat with remaining marinade, adding more oil as necessary.
  7. Assemble the Bowls: Layer steamed rice in each bowl, top with beef, green onions, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving1bowlCalories450kcalCarbohydrates45gProtein30gFat15gSaturated Fat3gPolyunsaturated Fat5gMonounsaturated Fat7gCholesterol70mgSodium800mgPotassium400mgFiber2gSugar6gVitamin A500IUVitamin C5mgCalcium50mgIron3mg

Notes

For an extra kick, drizzle additional gochujang over the finished bowls.

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