Description
These Korean BBQ steak bowls bring bold, crave-worthy flavor to your table with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a creamy sauce that ties everything together beautifully. It’s a satisfying, bowl-style meal that feels restaurant-level but stays totally doable at home.
Ingredients
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Steak Marinade
- 1 pound flank or sirloin steak, sliced thin
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon gochujang (optional, for heat)
Bowl Components
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- ½ cup kimchi (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Creamy Spicy Sauce
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: Combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and gochujang in a mixing bowl. Add the sliced steak and toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to soak in. For deeper flavor, marinate longer if time allows.
- Mix the Sauce: In a separate small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated steak in a single layer and cook quickly, about 2–3 minutes per side, until browned and just cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Build the Bowls: Divide the warm rice between serving bowls. Arrange the cooked steak on top, followed by carrots, cucumber, kimchi, and green onions.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle generously with the creamy spicy sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, then serve right away while everything is warm and fresh.
Notes
- Always cut the steak against the grain for the most tender texture.
- Let the steak marinate properly—this step makes a big flavor difference.
- Toasting the sesame seeds adds extra crunch and a deeper nutty taste.
- Cook the steak in batches if needed to avoid steaming instead of searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g