Pan-Seared Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Scallion and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

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Thinly sliced beef marinated in a savory-sweet Korean BBQ sauce, pan-seared to caramelized perfection and garnished with scallions and toasted sesame seeds. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 46 minutes, pairs thinly sliced beef ribeye, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 40 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tsp grated ginger
3 sliced thinly green onions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until sugar dissolves.
Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye to the marinade, tossing well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for a fresh, nutty finish. Serve immediately with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.