Spicy and Hearty Beef and Octopus Hot Pot (Bulnak Jeongol)
Spicy and Hearty Beef and Octopus Hot Pot (Bulnak Jeongol)
Luxurious Beef and Octopus Hot Pot Made with Cuckoo’s White 3-Burner Induction and Wide Flex Zone
A hearty stew is all you need for a satisfying meal without the fuss of side dishes, isn’t it? Today, we’re making a delicious hot pot with a variety of healthy mushrooms and tender beef. The tempting aroma alone will have your mouth watering! By simultaneously using the left top and bottom burners, you can achieve an ultra-high heat of up to 3,400W. This consistent and evenly distributed heat makes cooking a breeze. The elegant white ceramic glass top brightens up your kitchen, and the frameless design of the white 3-burner induction adds a seamless, modern touch, making every cooking session a pleasure. (This recipe was sponsored by the product.)
Hot Pot Ingredients- 100g Beef (thinly sliced for bulgogi)
- 100g Fresh Octopus
- 2 handfuls Oyster mushrooms (torn into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 Carrot (thinly sliced)
- 1 Cheongyang chili pepper (sliced diagonally)
- 1 Red chili pepper (sliced diagonally)
- 1 handful Garlic chives or Scallions (cut into long sections)
- 6 cups Anchovy broth
- 1 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 Fresh egg yolk
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Marinade for Octopus & Beef and Seasoning- 2 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp Sesame oil
- Pinch of black pepper powder
- 2 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp Sesame oil
- Pinch of black pepper powder
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the chili peppers for color and a hint of spice. Wash the Cheongyang and red chili peppers, remove the stems, and slice them diagonally about 0.5 cm thick. Cut the fragrant garlic chives (or scallions) into long pieces, about 5 cm in length.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef and the prepared octopus. Add all the marinade ingredients: 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp sesame oil, and a pinch of black pepper powder. Gently mix and massage the ingredients into the meat and octopus. Marinating beforehand greatly enhances the savory flavor. Tear the oyster mushrooms into bite-sized pieces, ensuring a pleasant chewy texture. Thinly slice the onion and carrot.
Step 3
Now, let’s assemble the hot pot. In a wide and deep pot, artfully arrange the prepared oyster mushrooms, onion, and carrot slices around the edges. Place the marinated beef and octopus in the center. Pour in 6 cups of the flavorful anchovy broth and add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic.
Step 4
Utilize the Cuckoo induction’s Wide Flex Zone feature and bring the broth to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the broth is boiling and the mushrooms and vegetables have slightly softened, it’s time to season. Adjust the taste with a little salt and black pepper according to your preference. Finally, gently crack the fresh egg yolk into the center of the pot.
Step 5
Cover the pot and let it simmer over medium heat until all the ingredients are thoroughly cooked. The beef and octopus should become tender, and the vegetables will release their delicious flavors into the broth, creating a rich and complex taste. Once everything is perfectly cooked, your magnificent Beef and Octopus Hot Pot is ready! Enjoy this warm and comforting dish with a bowl of rice.
