Charred Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions

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Thinly sliced beef marinated in a savory-sweet bulgogi sauce, quickly grilled over high heat and garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 20 minutes pairs thinly sliced ribeye steak, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 sliced green onions to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced ribeye steak to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours refrigerated.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat until smoking hot. Grill the beef slices in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Transfer grilled beef to a platter and garnish with the remaining sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Charred Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Charred Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep thinly sliced ribeye steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Charred Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Charred Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Charred Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions?

Korean beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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