Beef Bulgogi Recipe (Homemade Korean BBQ Beef)

5 from 13 ratings

Bulgogi is the ultimate Korean bbq beef recipe with thinly sliced beef marinated in a flavorful sauce then grilled or stir fried, so easy to make!

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Marinating30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Korean

Keyword: beef, gochujang, Korean, ribeye, spicy, Stir Fry

Servings:

Calories: 462kcal

4 tablespoons soy sauce
1-2 tablespoons gochujang Korean fermented chili paste
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey or use brown sugar
1 teaspoon fresh chopped ginger
3 cloves garlic minced
2 green onions minced
1 Asian pear peeled and minced (optional)
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes (Gochugaru - Korean red pepper flakes - preferred)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 spicy red pepper minced optional, for hotter bulgogi sauce

1.5 pounds ribeye steak, sliced thinly or cubed (You can use other cuts of beef. See recipe notes.)
FOR SERVING: Spicy red pepper flakes, sliced green onion, sliced hot peppers, toasted sesame seeds, hot sauce to taste

Whisk all of the bulgogi sauce ingredients together in a large bowl. (If using Asian pear, use a blender to process all of the ingredients for a smoother marinade.)
Add the sliced ribeye steak and marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more flavor development.
Heat your grill, cast iron grill pan or wok to medium high heat with a lightly oiled surface. Grill or stir fry the beef for 5-6 minutes for medium-rare, stirring or flipping often, or longer until done to your liking.
Garnish with green onions, sliced peppers, red chili flake and toasted sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!

Serve your bulgogi on lettuce leaves or over rice. Works well with noodles, also.