Mika's Bulgogi

Satisfy your cravings for authentic Korean cuisine with Mika's Bulgogi—a quick and flavorful stir-fried beef recipe that's perfect for any dinner table. Made with tender thinly-sliced ribeye or sirloin, this dish is marinated in a rich umami mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and freshly grated pear or apple, which adds a subtle sweetness and tenderizes the meat to perfection. Infused with garlic, green onions, and sesame seeds, the marinade pairs beautifully with sautéed onions, carrots, and the savory juices from the beef. Ready in just 30 minutes of hands-on prep and cook time, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it over steamed rice or in crisp lettuce wraps for a complete and satisfying Korean BBQ experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef ribeye or sirloin (thinly sliced)
• 5 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 small pear or apple (grated)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium carrot (julienned)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Place the thinly sliced beef in a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, prepare the marinade by combining soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated pear or apple, ground black pepper, and sesame seeds. Mix well until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the beef slices. Add the sliced green onions, thinly sliced onion, and julienned carrot. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring every piece of beef is coated in the marinade.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For best results, let it marinate for 2-4 hours.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Once the pan is heated, add the marinated beef mixture. Spread it out evenly in the pan to ensure quick and even cooking.

Step 7

Stir-fry the beef and vegetables, stirring frequently, for about 5-7 minutes or until the beef is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove from heat and transfer the bulgogi to a serving plate.

Step 9

Garnish with additional sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or lettuce leaves for wrapping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1046.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2035.6

Total Fat 130.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 30.7g
Cholesterol 352.9mg	0%
Sodium 3278.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 50.6g
Protein 142.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.3mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 2626.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 15.2%