Pan-Seared Korean Beef Bulgogi with Sesame Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

Thinly sliced marinated beef is quickly pan-seared to caramelized perfection and garnished with nutty sesame scallions for a savory Korean-inspired meal. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs beef ribeye, thinly sliced, 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 3, 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 beef ribeye, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 4 sliced into 2-inch pieces green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring until edges caramelize.
3. Step 3: Flip beef slices and add 4 sliced green onions. Sauté for another 2 minutes until beef is cooked through and green onions are slightly softened.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.