Recipe
Greek Bulgogi
Greek-Style Marinated Beef
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Bulgogi is a popular Korean dish made with marinated beef. In this Greek adaptation, we use traditional Greek ingredients to create a unique and flavorful dish. The beef is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, giving it a tangy and herbaceous flavor. Serve with pita bread and tzatziki for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Metadata
Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
8 minutes
Total time
2 hours 23 minutes (including marinating time)
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Mediterranean diet, Low-carb diet, Gluten-free diet, Dairy-free diet, Paleo diet
Allergens
N/A
Not suitable for
Vegetarian diet, Vegan diet, Kosher diet, Halal diet, Nut-free diet
Ingredients
This Greek adaptation of bulgogi uses traditional Greek ingredients such as olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano instead of the typical Korean ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. The marinade is also adjusted to fit the Greek flavor profile, resulting in a tangy and herbaceous flavor. We alse have the original recipe for Bulgogi, so you can check it out.
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1 pound (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 pound (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
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1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice 1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice
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4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Pita bread and tzatziki, for serving Pita bread and tzatziki, for serving
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
- Fat: 22g (7g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 2g (0g sugars)
- Protein: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Salt: 0.6g
Preparation
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1.In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
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2.Add the sliced beef to the bowl and toss to coat in the marinade.
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3.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
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4.Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.
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5.Serve the beef with warm pita bread and tzatziki.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Beef — For best results, use thinly sliced beef sirloin. If you can't find sirloin, you can use flank steak or ribeye instead.
Tips & Tricks
- For a more tender beef, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the marinade.
- If you don't have tzatziki, you can use hummus or Greek yogurt as a dipping sauce.
- This dish is also great with a side of Greek salad.
Serving advice
Serve the beef with warm pita bread and tzatziki for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Presentation advice
Arrange the beef on a platter and garnish with fresh oregano and lemon wedges for a beautiful presentation.
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