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Korean Bulgogi Beef Bowls with Rice & Kimchi


  • Author: islamerrick
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Tender, thin-sliced beef marinated in a sweet-savory soy glaze, served over steamed rice and topped with tangy kimchi—these bulgogi bowls are fast, flavorful, and seriously satisfying. A perfect balance of umami, heat, and crunch in every bite.


Ingredients

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For the Bulgogi Marinade:

1 lb ribeye or sirloin, thinly sliced

¼ cup soy sauce

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon honey

2 teaspoons sesame oil

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon grated ginger

1 tablespoon grated pear or apple (optional for tenderness)

1 green onion, finely chopped

Pinch of black pepper

To Serve:

Steamed white rice or brown rice

Store-bought or homemade kimchi

Optional toppings: sesame seeds, sliced green onion, pickled carrots, fried egg


Instructions

In a bowl, mix all marinade ingredients. Add beef and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).

Heat a skillet or grill pan over high heat. Cook beef in batches until browned and caramelized, about 1–2 minutes per side.

Serve beef over bowls of hot rice. Top with kimchi and any desired garnishes.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ marinate 30 min)
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dinner

Nutrition

  • Calories: 440
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg