Savory Beef Bulgogi with Rich Broth
Savory Beef Bulgogi with Rich Broth
Flavorful Bulgogi Made Delicious with Fish Sauce and Plenty of Mushrooms
This beef bulgogi is made with an abundance of mushrooms, creating a wonderfully rich and slightly soupy dish. It’s perfect for mixing with rice or serving as a hearty bulgogi rice bowl. Enjoy the deep, umami flavors enhanced by fish sauce.
Main Ingredients- Beef (for Bulgogi) 400g
- Green Onions 1.5 stalks
Flavorful Marinade- Fish Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1/3 Tbsp
- Sesame Oil 1/3 Tbsp
- Plum Extract (or Syrup) 1/2 Tbsp
- Ginger Syrup 1 tsp
- Cooking Wine (Mirin or Sake) 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Seeds 1/3 Tbsp
- Fish Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic 1/3 Tbsp
- Sesame Oil 1/3 Tbsp
- Plum Extract (or Syrup) 1/2 Tbsp
- Ginger Syrup 1 tsp
- Cooking Wine (Mirin or Sake) 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Seeds 1/3 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s create a delicious green onion oil. Chop the green onions into large pieces. Heat a generous amount of perilla oil (or sesame oil) in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped green onions and sauté slowly until they turn golden brown and release a sweet aroma. This infused oil will add a deeper layer of flavor to your bulgogi. (Tip: Using plenty of green onions will result in a more intense green onion flavor.)
Step 2
Now it’s time to marinate the beef. Gently pat dry the bulgogi-cut beef with paper towels to remove excess moisture. In a bowl, combine the beef with all the marinade ingredients (fish sauce, minced garlic, plum extract, ginger syrup, and cooking wine). Mix well by hand, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate the beef in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
Step 3
Heat the pan with the prepared green onion oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry quickly, breaking up any clumps. It’s important to stir-fry the beef so it doesn’t stick to the pan. Cook until the surface of the beef is browned and it starts to sizzle.
Step 4
Once the beef is partially cooked, add a generous amount of mushrooms. (Tip: Using mushrooms with a good texture, like enoki mushrooms, will enhance the dish. Tear or slice the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.) The mushrooms will release their moisture, contributing to the soupy consistency of the bulgogi.
Step 5
As the mushrooms release their liquid, creating a flavorful broth, turn the heat to high and stir-fry rapidly. Be careful not to overcook, as this can make the beef tough. Finally, drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds for an extra nutty aroma. Your delicious beef bulgogi with broth is ready! Serve it over hot rice as a rice bowl, or mix it into your rice for an incredibly satisfying meal.
