Smoky Bulgogi with Sweet Potato Noodles and Kimchi Broth

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

Tender marinated beef slices simmered in a spicy-sweet sauce, served over chewy sweet potato noodles and a rich kimchi-based broth. This Korean recipe (gluten free), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs 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 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 sirloin
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 8 oz sweet potato noodles
• 1 cup kimchi
• 1 tbsp gochujang
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 tbsp sesame oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb beef sirloin, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add 8 oz sweet potato noodles and cook for 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped kimchi and 1 tbsp gochujang, sautéing for 3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in 2 cups water and 1/3 cup soy sauce, bringing to a simmer.
4. Step 4: Add the marinated beef to the pot, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the beef (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat.
5. Step 5: Divide the cooked noodles between bowls, top with the beef mixture, and garnish with sliced green onions.