Pan-Seared Korean Spiced Beef with Scallion and Sesame Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

Tender strips of beef seasoned with Korean spices, pan-seared to a caramelized finish, served alongside a fresh scallion and sesame seed salad for a vibrant and balanced dish. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), soy sauce 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin
• 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 4 thinly sliced scallions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin with 1 tsp gochugaru, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: While the beef marinates, prepare the salad by tossing 4 thinly sliced scallions with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and a drizzle of 1 tbsp sesame oil in a small bowl.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until the edges caramelize.
4. Step 4: Flip the beef and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through and browned but still tender.
5. Step 5: Remove beef from skillet and serve immediately alongside the scallion and sesame salad for a fresh contrast.