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Authentic Beef Bulgogi

Korea's most famous barbecue export. Wafer-thin slices of beef marinated in a sweet, savory blend of soy, sesame, and Asian pear (which tenderizes the meat), quickly grilled over an open flame.

KoreanPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, grated pear, grated onion, garlic, and sesame oil.

  2. 2

    Add the thinly sliced beef. Massage the marinade into the meat with your hands.

  3. 3

    Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours (do not exceed 4 hours or the pear will turn the meat to mush).

  4. 4

    Heat a pan or cast-iron skillet over maximum heat until .

  5. 5

    Flash- the beef in small batches for 1-2 minutes per side until deeply caramelized and slightly charred.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve with lettuce leaves (ssam), rice, and ssamjang.

📋Details

CuisineKorean
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
32%
💧Water
27%
🌍Earth
28%
💨Air
13%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat8%
Entropy13%
Reactivity79%
0.232
Heat
0.401
Entropy
2.396
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

162.65cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
8%
of 2000 cal
protein3.4g8%
carbs17.5g43%
fat9.18g51%
% Daily Value
Protein
3.4g7%
Carbs
17.5g6%
Fat
9.18g12%
Fiber
1.23g4%
Sugar
13.56g27%
Sodium
2.42mg0%