Grilled Korean-Style Bulgogi Beef Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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Tender beef marinated in a sweet and savory Korean-inspired sauce, grilled to perfection on skewers for a smoky finish. This Korean-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced beef sirloin
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp sesame oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp grated ginger
2, thinly sliced green onions
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
8, soaked in water wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 thinly sliced green onions, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir until sugar dissolves and marinade is well mixed.
Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin to the marinade, tossing thoroughly to coat all pieces. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours, to allow flavors to infuse.
Step 3: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F. Thread the marinated beef slices onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, folding slices so they fit snugly.
Step 4: Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, turning once, until beef is nicely charred and cooked through but still tender.
Step 5: Remove skewers from grill and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately.