Tender Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef)
A Delicious Weekend Dinner: Homemade Bulgogi Made Effortlessly with CUCKOO Induction Cooktop
Enjoy tender and flavorful Bulgogi, a favorite for all ages! This recipe utilizes CUCKOO’s advanced high-temperature technology, reaching extreme heat in minimal time for a perfect sear. The CUCKOO induction cooktop maintains a consistent temperature, preventing burning or undercooking, ensuring a delicious outcome every time. By blending apple and onion into the marinade, the beef becomes incredibly tender and moist, making it a guaranteed hit with everyone. (This recipe was created in partnership with CUCKOO.)
Bulgogi Main Ingredients
- 600g Beef for Bulgogi
- 1/2 Onion
- 55g Carrot
- 1 Scallion (Green Onion)
- 3 Shiitake Mushrooms
Flavorful Marinade Ingredients
- 1/2 Small Apple
- 1/2 Onion
- 7 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 5 Tbsp Oligodang (Corn Syrup)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 3 Tbsp Ginger-Plum Elixir (or Rice Wine with Ginger)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 Small Apple
- 1/2 Onion
- 7 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 5 Tbsp Oligodang (Corn Syrup)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 3 Tbsp Ginger-Plum Elixir (or Rice Wine with Ginger)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s begin by admiring the sleek and elegant design of the CUCKOO White 3-Zone Induction Cooktop, which will undoubtedly elevate your kitchen’s ambiance. Cooking becomes more enjoyable in such a refined environment. Plus, it operates without carbon monoxide, ensuring a pleasant cooking experience, and cleaning is a breeze thanks to the detachable grate.
Step 2
Another convenient feature of this cooktop is its automatic pot detection sensor. It automatically senses the position of the pot on the heating zone, allowing for effortless heat adjustment without any extra steps, making your cooking process remarkably smooth.
Step 3
The key to delicious Bulgogi lies in the quality of the beef. Slice the beef into bite-sized pieces, separating each slice. Place them in a bowl, ready for marinating.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the irresistible Bulgogi marinade. Blend the apple and onion until smooth using a blender or grater. Add the pureed apple and onion to the bowl with the beef. Then, incorporate 7 Tbsp of soy sauce, 5 Tbsp of oligodang, a few dashes of black pepper, 3 Tbsp of ginger-plum elixir, and 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Gently mix everything together to ensure the marinade evenly coats the beef, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 5
Next, prepare the vegetables. Lightly rinse the shiitake mushrooms under running water, trim off a small portion of the tough stem, and slice them. Slice the scallion diagonally, and julienne the onion and carrot.
Step 6
Add the prepared shiitake mushrooms, scallion, onion, and carrot to the marinated beef. Mix everything together gently. The freshness of the vegetables will enhance the overall flavor of the dish.
Step 7
It’s time to cook! Transfer the marinated beef and vegetables into a stir-fry pan and place it on the CUCKOO induction cooktop.
Step 8
Turn on the induction cooktop and set the heat to ‘High.’ The operation is straightforward and simple, making it user-friendly even for those who aren’t tech-savvy.
Step 9
Stir-fry the ingredients until beautifully browned! The CUCKOO induction cooktop heats up rapidly to high temperatures and maintains them consistently. This prevents sticking and burning, ensuring even cooking and perfect results every time due to minimal temperature fluctuations.
Step 10
Transfer the perfectly cooked Bulgogi to a serving dish, and your delicious meal is ready to be enjoyed!
Step 11
After cooking, I wiped down the cooktop, and it cleaned up beautifully. There’s no need to worry about discoloration from spills, as the bright white glass surface always keeps the kitchen looking pristine.
