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Easy Korean BBQ Beef (Bulgogi)

This easy Korean BBQ beef is tender, juicy, and packed with sweet and savory flavors. Thin slices of marinated beef cook quickly for a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with rice or lettuce wraps.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 green onions chopped (separate white/light and dark parts)
  • 1/4 yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Korean red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin very thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or to taste
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 green onions chopped (separate white/light and dark parts)
  • 1/4 yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Korean red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin very thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, white and light green parts of green onions, sliced onion, sugar, garlic, sesame seeds, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, ginger, and black pepper.
  2. Add the thinly sliced beef and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor).
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook the beef in batches, along with the marinade, for about 4–5 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Add honey during cooking to help caramelize the meat.
  7. Garnish with the dark green parts of the green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat quickly over medium heat to avoid drying out the beef.
  • For variation, add vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • Serve with rice, lettuce wraps, or noodles for different meal options.