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Easy Sweet and Savory Korean BBQ Beef Recipe Perfect for Dinner

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A quick and flavorful Korean BBQ beef recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners. Tender, juicy beef marinated in a rich sauce and seared to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) thinly sliced beef ribeye or sirloin
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce (use low sodium if preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Steamed white rice or lettuce leaves (for serving)

Instructions

  1. If your beef isn’t pre-sliced, slice it thinly (about 1/8-inch or 3mm thick) against the grain for tenderness. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk until sugar dissolves and ingredients are well blended.
  3. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, tossing well to coat every piece. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours. Do not marinate longer than 4 hours.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Using tongs, transfer the marinated beef to the hot pan in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed. Sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes per side until browned and caramelized.
  6. Cook the beef for about 3-5 minutes total until tender and juicy. Transfer cooked beef to a plate and keep warm while cooking remaining batches.
  7. Sprinkle sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds over the beef. Serve immediately with steamed rice or wrapped in lettuce leaves.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Marinate between 20 minutes and 2 hours for best flavor and texture. Heat pan thoroughly before cooking to get a good sear. Cook in small batches to avoid overcrowding and soggy beef. Add a splash of water or sesame oil if pan gets dry during cooking.

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