Korean BBQ Beef Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Marinade

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine all marinade ingredients and mix well
2. Add beef slices to the marinade and let sit for 15-20 minutes
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over high heat
4. Cook marinated beef for 2-3 minutes per side until browned
5. Remove beef from pan and let rest for 5 minutes
6. Slice beef against the grain into thin strips
7. Assemble bowls with rice, beef, and vegetables
8. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions

Notes

• For best results, freeze the beef for 30 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut thin
• You can substitute the beef with chicken or tofu for a vegetarian version
• The marinade can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week
• Serve with kimchi and gochujang for extra flavor

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Variations

• Add a fried egg on top for extra protein
• Use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice
• Add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers
• Make it spicier by adding more gochugaru to the marinade