Description
This Korean beef and kimchi stir-fry is a fast, flavor-packed meal made with tender beef slices, spicy fermented kimchi, and savory-sweet sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or when you’re craving bold Korean flavors without much effort.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb thinly sliced beef (ribeye, sirloin, or flank)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cups napa cabbage kimchi, chopped
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced beef and cook until just browned, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped kimchi, gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Mix well.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes, allowing the kimchi to caramelize slightly and beef to soak in the flavors.
- Stir in green onions and cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot over rice.
Notes
- For extra depth, use well-fermented kimchi.
- Can be made spicy or mild depending on gochujang amount.
- Great for meal prep—just store with rice in airtight containers.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for more veggies.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
