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Korean Beef Samgyeop-Style Pan

Tender beef bulgogi-style strips cooked in a hot cast-iron skillet with soy, garlic, and sesame, served with steamed rice and banchan sides. Bold, savory, and ready in 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
42g
Korean Beef Samgyeop-Style Pan
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat beef dry with paper towels. Lay slices flat on a plate.

  2. Step 2

    Stir together soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, and brown sugar in a small bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a 12-inch cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high until very hot, ~2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add half the beef in a single layer. Sear without moving for 60–90 seconds until edges brown.

  5. Step 5

    Flip and cook the other side 60 seconds until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

  6. Step 6

    Repeat with remaining beef, adding it to the plate when done.

  7. Step 7

    Pour sauce into the hot pan. Add cooked beef and toss quickly until coated and sticky, 30 seconds.

  8. Step 8

    Slide beef and sauce onto a serving plate. Scatter sesame seeds and green onion on top.

  9. Step 9

    Serve immediately with steamed rice and your choice of banchan (kimchi, pickled vegetables, etc.).

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch cast-iron or heavy stainless steel skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • paper towels
  • tongs or spatula

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