Skillet Korean Beef Bulgogi with Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

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A quick skillet version of Korean bulgogi featuring thinly sliced beef marinated in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs thinly sliced beef sirloin, soy sauce, brown sugar 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp grated ginger
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup sliced scallions
1 tbsp (optional) toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until beef is browned and cooked through with some caramelized edges.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup sliced scallions. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top if using, and serve immediately with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.