Description
A delicious and spicy Korean beef stir-fry made with thinly sliced beef and a flavorful marinade, served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar (brown sugar or white sugar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or short-grain)
- 1 cup napa cabbage or lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
- Sliced cucumbers or pickled radish (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well until you have a smooth marinade. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature. If you’re short on time, even 5 minutes will impart some flavor, but longer is better.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef, spreading it out evenly. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the beef is browned and cooked through. Look for a nice caramelization on the edges for that delicious flavor.
- Add the thinly sliced onion and julienned carrot to the pan. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still crisp. Avoid overcooking them; you want a nice contrast in texture.
- Once everything is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the beef and vegetables, and toss to combine.
- To serve, place a generous scoop of cooked white rice in a bowl. Top it with the spicy beef mixture and garnish with chopped green onions. If you’re using napa cabbage or lettuce, you can layer it underneath the beef for added crunch.
- Optionally, add sliced cucumbers or pickled radish on the side for a refreshing contrast. Enjoy immediately while everything is hot!
Notes
- The longer the beef marinates, the more flavorful it will become.
- Feel free to customize the veggies based on your preference.
- This dish can be served with kimchi for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg