Korean beef
6 servings
120 minutes
Korean-style beef is a true embodiment of Korea's flavor traditions, combining the tenderness of meat with a richness of aromas. This recipe originates from Korean cuisine where marinades play a key role. Thinly sliced meat is soaked in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and spices, acquiring a rich, slightly sweet flavor with spicy notes. Grilling gives the dish a special texture—it remains juicy but with a light crispy crust. Korean beef is served with green lettuce leaves and sesame seeds, making it not only tasty but also healthy. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive presentation for guests, highlighting Korea's rich gastronomic culture.
1
Wrap the beef tenderloin in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Beef tenderloin: 1 kg
2
Take out of the freezer and slice into thin pieces. The thinner the pieces, the tastier it will be. Thinly slice the onion. Place the thinly sliced beef and onion in a bowl.
- Beef tenderloin: 1 kg
- Onion: 1 head
3
Blend soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sugar, pepper, chopped garlic, and onion until smooth. Pour the mixture over the meat and onion. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Soy sauce: 1 glass
- Sesame oil: 0.3 glass
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Ground black pepper: 2 teaspoons
- Garlic: 10 cloves
- Green onions: 6 stems
4
Heat the grill pan over high heat. Sauté the beef and onion in small batches (the meat should lay in a single layer in the pan).
- Beef tenderloin: 1 kg
- Onion: 1 head
5
Sprinkle each portion with sesame seeds. Place the cooked meat on a lettuce leaf and serve with spicy sauce.
- Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon
- Green salad: to taste