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Authentic Bulgogi

Thinly sliced, premium beef marinated in a sweet and savory emulsion of soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and Asian pear. The pear contains natural enzymes that tenderize the meat, while the high-heat grilling creates a charred, lacquered finish that is the hallmark of Korean barbecue.

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

    Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, grated pear, sesame oil, garlic, and scallions to create the marinade.

  2. 2

    Add the thinly sliced beef and massage the marinade into each piece. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour .

  3. 3

    Heat a heavy cast-iron skillet or pan until hot.

  4. 4

    the beef in batches to avoid crowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until charred and caramelized.

  5. 5

    Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

  6. 6

    Serve with lettuce leaves (ssam), rice, and ssamjang for the full experience.

📋Details

CuisineKorean
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
29%
💧Water
31%
🌍Earth
27%
💨Air
13%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat6%
Entropy10%
Reactivity85%
0.170
Heat
0.296
Entropy
2.589
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

165.99cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
8%
of 2000 cal
protein3.76g9%
carbs18.19g44%
fat9.17g50%
% Daily Value
Protein
3.76g8%
Carbs
18.19g7%
Fat
9.17g12%
Fiber
1.7g6%
Sugar
13.69g27%
Sodium
5.3mg0%