Grilled Korean-Style Kalbi Beef Pizza with Mayo Potato

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A fusion pizza featuring tender Korean-style grilled kalbi beef paired with creamy Japanese mayo potato and melted mozzarella on a thin crust. This Korean-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pizza dough, kalbi beef slices, potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 2, 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: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Korean cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Boil 150g peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water for 10 minutes until tender. Drain and mash with 3 tbsp mayonnaise until smooth and creamy; season with 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix 100g kalbi beef slices with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp chopped green onions. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated kalbi beef for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and roll out 250g pizza dough into a 12-inch thin circle.
  5. Step 5: Spread the creamy mayo potato evenly over the dough, then scatter 120g shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  6. Step 6: Distribute the grilled kalbi beef slices evenly over the cheese.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil around the edges and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, then slice and serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Korean-Style Kalbi Beef Pizza with Mayo Potato take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 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 Grilled Korean-Style Kalbi Beef Pizza with Mayo Potato?

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 pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Korean-Style Kalbi Beef Pizza with Mayo Potato?

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 Grilled Korean-Style Kalbi Beef Pizza with Mayo Potato for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Grilled Korean-Style Kalbi Beef Pizza with Mayo Potato?

Korean pizza 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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