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Speedy Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls

This delicious and quick Korean BBQ steak bowl features tender, marinated steak served over rice with a savory sauce and your favorite toppings. Perfect for a weeknight meal with a burst of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • small bowl
  • large skillet or wok

Ingredients
  

For the Steak

  • 1 lb flank steak, ribeye, or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

For the Sauce

  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste, optional, for heat)
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For Serving

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or vegetable) for cooking

Optional Toppings

  • kimchi
  • pickled radishes or carrots
  • sliced cucumber
  • shredded carrots
  • chopped green onions
  • sesame seeds
  • a fried egg

Instructions
 

Prep the Steak

  • Combine thinly sliced steak with sesame oil, soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly and marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Make the Sauce

  • Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.

Cook the Steak

  • Heat neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated steak in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Finish the Sauce (Optional)

  • Optionally, add the sauce mixture to the same skillet after removing the steak. Bring to a gentle simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide cooked rice among serving bowls and top with the cooked Korean BBQ steak. Drizzle with the prepared sauce.

Add Toppings

  • Garnish with kimchi, pickled vegetables, cucumber, shredded carrots, green onions, sesame seeds, or a fried egg.

Notes

Adjust gochujang and red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level. For a richer flavor, marinate the steak longer, up to 30 minutes. Serve immediately for best results.