Description
These Korean BBQ Steak Bowls are a delicious fusion of flavors, featuring tender marinated steak served over steamed rice with an array of vibrant toppings. Perfect for a satisfying meal that’s packed with savory and sweet notes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin or rice wine
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp optional grated apple, onion, or Korean pear
- 4 cups steamed rice or grains
- Optional toppings: kimchi, bean sprouts, cucumbers, greens
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
Marinade:
For Serving:
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and optional grated fruit or onion. Marinate steak slices in this mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Cooking the Steak: Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear marinated steak in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until caramelized.
- Serving: Serve the seared steak over rice or grains. Add desired toppings and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Notes
- Grated fruit or onion in the marinade helps tenderize the meat and enhances the flavor balance.
- Cook the steak in small batches to achieve a caramelized exterior without steaming.
- For a lighter option, substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Category: Main / Bowl Meal
- Method: Marinate, Sear, Assemble
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 830 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 68 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
