Bulgogi Beef (Korean-Style Barbecue) Recipe

Bulgogi Beef (Korean-Style Barbecue) Recipe

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless beef short ribs, sliced across the grain in 1/8-inch thick slices
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely crushed
  • 1/4 cup grated yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, or to taste
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Asian pear
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing skillet
  • 2 cups hot steamed rice, or as needed
  • 2 sliced green onion tops for garnish
  1. Mix garlic, grated onion, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, brown sugar together in a mixing bowl. Stir in grated pear, soy sauce, and chile flakes.
  2. Transfer meat to marinade and toss to coat on all sides. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
  3. Season meat with salt and a drizzle of vegetable oil. Toss.
  4. Brush a cast iron skillet with a little vegetable oil and place over high heat. When skillet is very hot, add beef in a single layer and cook until meat begins to caramelize around the edges and moisture begins to evaporate, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve over hot rice and top with green onion slices.