Beef Bulgogi Bowls

Tender strips of marinated beef, quickly cooked and served over steamed rice with fresh, crisp vegetables for a complete and vibrant meal.

• Prep: 20 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 35 min
• Servings: 2
• Cuisine: Korean
• Difficulty: Medium
• Cost: $7.14/serving

Dietary

• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Egg-Free
• High-Protein

Tags

• healthy
• savory
• stir-fry

Ingredients

• 0.75 pound flank steak (thinly sliced against the grain)
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup carrots (shredded)
• 2 cup fresh spinach
• 1.25 cup white rice (uncooked)
• 2.5 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Combine 1 1/4 cups white rice, 2 1/2 cups water, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced flank steak, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, brown sugar, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic. Stir well to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes, while the rice cooks.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding) and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
4. Remove the beef from the skillet. Quickly add the fresh spinach to the hot skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
5. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked white rice between two serving bowls. Top with the cooked bulgogi beef, sautéed spinach, and shredded carrots.
6. Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes. Make sure to slice the beef against the grain for tenderness.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 720
• Protein: 52.3 g
• Carbohydrates: 65.5 g
• Fat: 26.8 g
• Fiber: 4.5 g
• Sodium: 1300 mg
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Sugar: 14.2 g
• Cholesterol: 130 mg