Ingredients
Marinated beef & onions
- Steak of choice, thinly sliced454 g
- Onions, sliced1
- Fresh ginger, diced1 inch piece
- Garlic, chopped6-7 cloves
- Salta sprinkle
- Ponzua drizzle
- Soy Saucea spoonful
- Gochujanga spoonful
Remaining Bowl Components
- Cooked rice2-3 portions
- Scallions, sliceda handful
- Sesame Oila drizzle
- Sesame Seedsa sprinkle
Method
Step 1: Make the marinade & cook rice
Grind the garlic, ginger, and salt together in a mortar & pestle.
Pro tip: You could mince, blend, or grate the aromatics for a similar result.
Combine the ponzu, soy sauce, gochujang, and salt into the ginger & garlic.
Add the sliced steak and onions to the marinade and mix it all up. Let this for an hour or up to 24 hours.
While the steak is marinating, some rice to have for serving.
Step 2: Stir fry the marinated steak
Set a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add a drizzle of oil and add a small batch of the steak to the wok. Let the pieces and develop a nice brown crust before flipping it over and until cooked through.
Cook in batches until all of the remaining steak is cooked.
Once all of the steak is cooked, set aside and add the sesame oil & seeds for a boost of aroma.
Step 3: Assemble & serve
To assemble, add a serving of cooked rice and steak to a bowl. Add in some leftover vegetables if you wish.
I had leftover asparagus, but any cooked vegetable would work great here.
Garnish with the sliced green onion and enjoy.
“This bulgogi-inspired beef marinade is perfect for weeknight meals. I use steak, but you could try this with any thinly sliced protein. Serve over rice with any leftover vegetables you might have around.”
Ethan ChlebowskiWatch & Cook
Nutritional Information
FAQ
What kind of steak should I use?
I used a chuck steak to make this. It’s kind of like a cheaper rib-eye. Feel free to use any steak or beef braising cut. As long as you cut the pieces very thin and against the grain, they can be made tender with the .
Do I have to use ponzu?
Ponzu is a citrus & soy sauce condiment that brings acidity. You could substitute it with a splash of vinegar or a squeeze of lemon or lime instead.