Pan-Seared Korean BBQ Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

Thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet-savory Korean bulgogi sauce, pan-seared to caramelized perfection and garnished with sesame and scallions. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs thinly sliced ribeye beef, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb thinly sliced ribeye beef
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 3 stalks, sliced into 1-inch pieces scallions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until sugar dissolves into a smooth marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced ribeye beef to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear without stirring for 2 minutes until the edges start to caramelize.
4. Step 4: Stir and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until beef is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly, coating the meat with a glossy finish.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and toss in 3 sliced scallions. Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds evenly on top for a nutty crunch and garnish.