1.5 lb thinly sliced beef (chuck or rib eye) (can also use tenderloin, top sirloin; See Notes)
1 Tbsp sesame oil
.5 Tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
Marinade
4 Tbsp Korean soy sauce
2 Tbsp sesame oil (roasted)
3 Tbsp brown sugar (don’t substitute with honey as it burns easily)
8 cloves garlic (4 tsp, minced)
.5 Asian pear (4 Tbsp, grated)
freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
To make the bulgogi marinade, add 4 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp sesame oil, and 3 Tbsp brown sugar, and crush 8 cloves garlic (or minced garlic) in a large bowl. Grate ½ of an Asian pear. Add freshly ground black pepper and mix all together.
Cut the onion into thin slices and cut the green onion into 2 inches (5 cm) pieces and then cut in half lengthwise.
Using a peeler, peel some carrot (or slice thinly). Add the onion, green onions, carrot in the marinade, and mix all together.
Add the meat in the marinade, separating each slice. Mix all together to coat with the marinade. Set aside for at least 30 minutes or best if overnight.
In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp sesame oil over medium-high.
Cook the marinated meat in a single layer until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer the meat to the plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds.