Garlic-Infused Beef Pot Rice: Aromatic and Savory
Experience the Perfect Harmony of Garlic and Tender Beef in this Simple Pot Rice Recipe!
Looking to create a special meal with the beef you have in your fridge? Introducing this delicious beef pot rice, where the subtle aroma of garlic fills your mouth. It’s easy to make using just your rice cooker, and the combination of chewy beef and fragrant garlic is exquisite. Enjoy a wonderful meal not just for special occasions, but also for everyday dining. It’s twice as delicious when mixed with the carefully prepared dipping sauce!
Pot Rice Ingredients
- Beef (for bulgogi or stew) 200g
- Whole Garlic Cloves 20 (adjust to size)
- Scallions 3 stalks
- Short-grain Rice (or mixed grains) 3 cups
- Salt (for seasoning) to taste
- Pepper (for marinating) to taste
- Olive Oil (or cooking oil) to taste
Special Soy Sauce Dressing
- Soy Sauce 3 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 Tbsp
- Chopped Chives (or scallions) a pinch
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 0.5 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Sugar 0.5 tsp (adjust to taste)
- Soy Sauce 3 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 Tbsp
- Chopped Chives (or scallions) a pinch
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 0.5 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Sugar 0.5 tsp (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making this aromatic garlic beef pot rice! It’s a recipe that’s easy and delicious to enjoy with just your rice cooker.
Step 2
First, prepare the whole garlic cloves. Slice them thinly, about 0.3cm thick, so the garlic flavor infuses well and they don’t burn during cooking.
Step 3
Heat olive oil (or cooking oil) in a frying pan. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown and fragrant. Once the garlic turns golden and smells aromatic, use paper towels to carefully drain off the excess oil. This makes the garlic crispier and less greasy.
Step 4
Rinse the rice thoroughly and let it drain in a sieve for a moment. Then, place the rice in the rice cooker and add water as you normally would for cooking rice. (For 3 cups of rice, use a 1:1 ratio of water or your usual amount.)
Step 5
When the rice begins to boil and the water starts to reduce (after about 10-15 minutes), carefully open the rice cooker lid. Be mindful not to let the rice become too mushy.
Step 6
Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces (about 2-3cm). In a bowl, season the beef with salt and pepper. Lightly coat a frying pan with olive oil (or cooking oil) and quickly stir-fry the beef over high heat. It’s important to sear the surface to lock in the juices.
Step 7
Once the rice is almost cooked, open the rice cooker lid and evenly spread the stir-fried beef and the drained, pre-fried garlic over the rice. Close the lid again and let it steam for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors of the rice, beef, and garlic to meld together.
Step 8
Wash and finely chop the scallions. They add a beautiful color to the pot rice and a fresh aroma.
Step 9
After steaming, open the rice cooker lid and artfully arrange the chopped scallions on top of the rice. Close the lid again and let it sit for just 1-2 minutes to allow the subtle aroma of the scallions to permeate the entire dish. Avoid steaming for too long, or the scallions will wilt.
Step 10
And now, your garlic beef pot rice, infused with the deep flavor of garlic and the refreshing scent of scallions, is ready! Every grain of rice is imbued with the taste of beef and garlic, making it truly delicious.
Step 11
Mixing it with the special soy sauce dressing you prepared will enhance the flavor even further. Simply combine all the dressing ingredients to prepare it.
Step 12
Enjoy your fragrant and satisfying garlic beef pot rice! It makes a wonderful meal even without many side dishes.
