Pan-Seared Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions

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

Tender thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet-savory mixture, pan-seared to caramelized perfection and topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 41 minutes, pairs soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil 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 ribeye steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 3 stalks green onions, sliced thin
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 3 sliced green onions, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir until sugar dissolves.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced ribeye steak to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tbsp vegetable oil, swirling to coat the pan.
4. Step 4: Remove beef from marinade, letting excess drip off, then sear in the hot skillet in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through but still tender.
5. Step 5: Transfer beef to a serving plate and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.