This slow-cooker bulgogi recipe provides a convenient way to enjoy the classic Korean dish without much effort. It features tender marinated beef cooked slowly to perfection, resulting in a savory and slightly sweet flavor profile that will surely impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs thinly sliced beef (such as sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Directions
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the thinly sliced beef, onion, and minced garlic in the slow cooker.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and stir well to coat all ingredients.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the beef is tender and cooked through, serve the bulgogi over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Interesting Facts
Bulgogi is a popular Korean dish traditionally made with thinly sliced beef or pork marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and other seasonings.
Using a slow cooker for this bulgogi recipe allows the flavors to meld together while tenderizing the meat for a delicious outcome.
Feel free to customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes or adding gochujang (Korean chili paste) for an extra kick.