A simple, sweet, salty, and flavourful ground beef bulgogi recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

500 g ground beef mince
1 brown onion, small, diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
5 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp mirin
2 tbsp sugar
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
olive oil, for cooking
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 green onions, chopped, optional
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Combine the , diced , minced , , , , and black pepper in a bowl. (You can marinate for up to 30 minutes if you prefer.)
In a large wok (or large pan), heat up some olive oil or neutral oil of your choice.
Once the wok is hot, add the mince mixture to it
Break up the in the wok with a spatula or wooden spoon.
Continue cooking the mince until the moisture releases from the meat (important step to increase browning on the meat which adds flavour)
Once all the moisture has evaporated from the wok, add the and chopped (if using). Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
Serve hot over steamed rice.
As an optional step, marinate the minced beef for 30 minutes beforehand for more flavour.
Serve with lettuce leaves, kimchi, or pickled radish for a fresh and crunchy contrast. It also pairs well with steamed rice, japchae noodles, or a simple cucumber salad.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.