Spicy Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Stir-Fry with Sesame and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

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A quick stir-fry of thinly sliced beef marinated in a spicy-sweet Korean bulgogi sauce garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs thinly sliced beef ribeye, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 5 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp sesame oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp grated ginger
3, sliced thin scallions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp sesame oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring often.
Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 3 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice or wrapped in lettuce leaves.