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Spicy Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowls

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy a flavorful and spicy Korean-inspired beef bowl with tender marinated beef served over rice and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 1 pound Beef Ribeye, Sirloin, or Flank Steak (thinly sliced)
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Korean Chili Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru Korean Red Pepper Flakes (optional for extra spice)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar

Bowls

  • 2 cups Cooked Rice (jasmine, white, or brown rice)
  • 1 carrot Carrots (julienned or shredded)
  • 1 cucumber Cucumber (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup Spinach (sautéed or raw)
  • 0.5 cup Kimchi (optional, for authentic flavor)
  • 1 fried egg Fried Egg (optional but highly recommended)
  • 2 stalks Green Onion (sliced for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (toasted for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Mix marinade ingredients and marinate beef for at least 15 minutes.
  • Cook marinated beef in a hot skillet until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Prepare rice and vegetables; assemble bowls with rice, beef, and toppings.
  • Top each bowl with a fried egg, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra spice, add more gochugaru or chili paste to the marinade.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Beef, Bulgogi, Spicy