Korean Beef Bulgogi-Style Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 300 g thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1.5 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (for stir-frying)
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 4 cups lettuce leaves (for serving)(optional)
• 1 cup cooked rice (for serving)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Slice beef thinly if needed, mince the garlic, and slice the green onions. Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a bowl.

2. 2

   Cook (15 minutes): Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat with the neutral oil. Add beef in a single layer and stir-fry until browned, about 6–8 minutes.

3. 3

   Add sauce and finish: Pour in the soy-sugar-garlic mixture and toss until glossy and slightly thickened, about 4–6 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in sesame seeds.

4. 4

   Serve: Spoon over lettuce leaves and/or serve with cooked rice. Top with green onions and any extra sesame seeds.