Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Thinly sliced beef marinated in a spicy, sweet Korean sauce and stir-fried with vegetables for a flavorful weeknight dinner. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 35 minutes pairs pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons gochujang, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 3 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 pound of thinly sliced beef sirloin and 3 sliced green onions to the marinade. Toss to coat and let sit for 20 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 julienned medium carrot and 1 thinly sliced medium yellow onion, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Step 5: Add the marinated beef and vegetables to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until beef is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon sesame seeds over the top and serve hot with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir Fry?

Korean beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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