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Asian Beef Delight Recipe

Asian Beef Delight Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Korean-inspired beef bulgogi sings with sweet and savory marinade perfection. Tender meat slices draped over steamed rice create a delicious adventure you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 20 ounces (567 grams) beef steak (flank, skirt, or flat iron steak recommended)
  • 11 ounces (312 grams) bell peppers (mixed colors)
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) onion (1 small)

Sauce and Seasonings:

  • 3 tablespoons hoisin or oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or honey)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

Aromatics and Garnish:

  • 1.4 ounces (40 grams) green onions
  • 0.3 ounces (8 grams) garlic (2 cloves)
  • 0.2 ounces (6 grams) ginger (½ tablespoon minced)
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • Sesame seeds (to taste)

Cornstarch Slurry:

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Chill beef in the freezer for approximately 30 minutes to enhance precise cutting, then slice into thin 1/4-inch strips against the muscle grain for optimal tenderness.
  2. Create a flavorful marinade by combining beef with sesame oil, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt, allowing ingredients to meld for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Prepare sauce mixture by blending liquid components, reserving minced garlic and ginger for later incorporation.
  4. Finely mince fresh garlic and ginger, then slice green onions and bell peppers into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
  5. Heat wok to high temperature and rapidly stir-fry marinated beef until meat turns golden brown and loses pink coloration, then transfer to a separate plate.
  6. In the same wok, quickly sauté vegetable pieces until they become slightly crisp and retain vibrant colors.
  7. Add minced garlic and ginger to the vegetable mixture, releasing their aromatic essences for approximately 30 seconds.
  8. Pour prepared sauce into wok, incorporating cornstarch slurry to create a glossy, thickened consistency.
  9. Reintroduce cooked beef to the wok, gently tossing to ensure even sauce coverage and temperature integration.
  10. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for added texture and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Freeze beef briefly to make slicing easier and achieve uniform, thin strips.
  • Marinating tenderizes beef and infuses deeper flavor profiles into the meat.
  • Use high heat when stir-frying to create quick caramelization and preserve meat’s juiciness.
  • Prepare all ingredients beforehand for smooth, fast cooking process.
  • Cornstarch works as a magical thickening agent and helps create glossy sauce texture.
  • Sesame seeds provide delightful crunch and authentic nutty finish to the dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Appetizer
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 386 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 712 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg