Description
Ground Beef Bulgogi is a quick and flavorful Korean-inspired dish that combines tender ground beef with a savory marinade of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Perfect as a main course served over rice or wrapped in lettuce, this recipe delivers authentic taste in just 20 minutes of active prep and cooking time.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb lean ground beef
Marinade
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp sesame oil
Garnish
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 small pear (optional), grated
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Marinate the Beef: Add the ground beef to the marinade bowl and mix thoroughly to coat every piece of beef evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Cook: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated ground beef and sauté, breaking it apart with a spatula, for about 8-10 minutes or until the beef is browned and fully cooked through.
- Finish: Stir in the chopped green onions during the last few minutes of cooking to add freshness. Remove from heat and serve hot over rice or in lettuce wraps for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Grating a small pear into the marinade adds natural sweetness and tenderizes the beef, but it is optional.
- Using lean ground beef helps reduce excess fat and keeps the dish healthier.
- Serve with steamed rice or fresh lettuce leaves for traditional serving options.
- Marinating longer than 30 minutes enhances the flavor, but do not exceed 2 hours to avoid texture issues.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
