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Beef Bulgogi with Garlic-Ginger Marinade
Stronger Through Pregnancy
The Case for Staying Active at Every Fitness Level
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Slices of marinated beef seared in butter and caramelized with bold Korean flavors—spicy, sweet, and deeply savory.
Ingredients
1½ Tbsp butter or tallow (for cooking)
¾ lb flank steak or sirloin, sliced very thin against the grain
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 green onions, chopped (green and white parts separated)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger paste
2 tsp sesame oil (for flavor, not heat)
1½ Tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
½ tsp onion powder
Optional: 1 tsp olive oil (cold drizzle at the end)
Macronutrients
(makes 2 servings)
Protein: 32g
Fat: 28g
Carbs: 4g
Preparation
Slice the beef (¾ lb) thinly against the grain. Pat dry and season lightly with salt, pepper, and onion powder (½ tsp).
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce (1½ Tbsp), sesame oil (2 tsp), rice vinegar (1 tsp), ginger paste (1 tsp), and red pepper flakes (½ tsp if using). Stir in the minced garlic (2 cloves) and the white part of the chopped green onion.
Pour marinade over the sliced beef and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
Heat butter or tallow (1½ Tbsp) in a cast iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, sear the marinated beef slices for 1–2 minutes per side, until browned and slightly caramelized.
Once all beef is cooked, return it to the pan for a final toss with any remaining marinade and green onion tops. Cook for 30–60 seconds more until fragrant.
Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds (1 tsp), remaining green onion, and a light drizzle of olive oil (1 tsp) if desired.
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