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Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowl Bar

Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowl Bar

A fun, interactive family dinner where everyone builds their own Korean-inspired bowl with tender soy-ginger marinated beef, fluffy white rice, and a rainbow of fresh toppings. The sweet-savory marinade is kid-approved with optional gochujang heat for adventurous eaters!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce, low-sodium preferred
  • 3 tbsp honey, or brown sugar for sweetness
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil, toasted variety for deeper flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 2 cups white rice, cooked
  • 4 stalks scallions, sliced into rings
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 1 cup shredded carrots, optional topping
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced thin, optional topping
  • 2 cups steamed broccoli florets, optional topping
  • 1 tbsp gochujang paste, optional spicy drizzle for adults

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and fresh ginger to create the marinade.

  2. 2

    Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let sit for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the rice and toppings.

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