Korean Beef Bulgogi with Rice: A Flavor-Packed Classic You’ll Crave Every Week
Bulgogi Love at First Bite
Hey there, fellow food lover! 👋
Let’s talk about something mouthwateringly magical: Korean Beef Bulgogi with Rice.
If you’ve never tasted this sizzling, savory, sweet, garlicky Korean masterpiece, prepare to fall in love. I still remember my first bite—it was juicy, packed with umami, and the kind of dish that made me pause and say, “Why haven’t I been eating this my whole life?!”
Whether you’re a K-drama fanatic drooling over K-food scenes 🍜 or someone looking to spice up your weekly meal rotation, Bulgogi (불고기) is the ultimate go-to. And when you pair it with a bowl of steaming white rice? Perfection.
Let’s dive into this flavorful journey together—no passport needed. 💁♀️
Korean Beef Bulgogi with Rice
Course: Main Course, DinnerCuisine: KoreanDifficulty: Medium4
servings20
minutes15
minutes450
kcalIngredients
1 pound beef sirloin
0.25 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
4 cloves garlic
0.5 cup onion
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups white rice
2 cups water
Directions
- Slice the beef sirloin thinly and set it aside while preparing the marinade with soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and chopped onion.
- Add the beef slices to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated well, and refrigerate for at least one hour for flavors to blend.
- Cook the white rice by rinsing it under cold water, and then add two cups of water to a pot with the rice, simmering until fully cooked.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the marinated beef, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking until the beef is browned and cooked through.
- Serve the beef bulgogi over freshly cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds before serving to enhance presentation and flavor.
