Korean barbecued beef (pulgogi) recipe

Recipe for korean barbecued beef (pulgogi) in our easy ethnic recipes collection. Next to kimchi, pulgogi may be Korea's best-known dish. Thin strips of spicy beef are cooked over a pulgogi, a dome-shaped charcoal grill. Although it is often eaten during the summer as picnic fare, this dish is good any time. Thinly sliced pork loin or tofu can be substituted for the beef.

Recipe ingredients

• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin tip

How to make korean barbecued beef (pulgogi)

• In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, black pepper, garlic, green onions, and sesame seeds.
• Slice beef thinly into 1/2 x 2-inch pieces. Add meat to soy sauce mixture in bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
• Preheat oven to broil, or start the charcoal grill.
• Broil on broiler rack or grill meat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until brown.
• Serve with vegetable side dishes, such as zucchini or spinach, and rice. (*)

(*) Barbecued beef or pork also works well as a finger food. Place several slices of beef on a leaf of romaine lettuce and top it with 2 teaspoons of hot cooked rice and a dash of cayenne pepper. Roll up the leaf and enjoy.

Preparation time: 25 to 25 minutes
(plus chilling time of 1 to 2 hours)
Cooking time: 4 to 6 minutes
Serves 6

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