Vegan Bulgogi

Ingredients

This vegan bulgogi recipe replaces the beef with plant-based protein and uses vegan-friendly ingredients for the marinade. We alse have the original recipe for Bulgogi, so you can check it out.

• 1 package (14 oz/400g) of plant-based protein (such as seitan or tempeh) 1 package (14 oz/400g) of plant-based protein (such as seitan or tempeh)
• 1/2 onion, sliced 1/2 onion, sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
• 2 tbsp (30ml) maple syrup 2 tbsp (30ml) maple syrup
• 1 tbsp (15ml) sesame oil 1 tbsp (15ml) sesame oil
• 1 tbsp (15ml) rice vinegar 1 tbsp (15ml) rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp (15ml) gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 tbsp (15ml) gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tbsp (15ml) grated ginger 1 tbsp (15ml) grated ginger
• 1 tbsp (15ml) vegetable oil 1 tbsp (15ml) vegetable oil
• Sesame seeds, for garnish Sesame seeds, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 10g (1g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 20g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cut the plant-based protein into thin slices.
2. 2.
   In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, gochujang, and grated ginger.
3. 3.
   Add the sliced plant-based protein to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
4. 4.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
5. 5.
   Add the sliced onion and garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent.
6. 6.
   Add the marinated plant-based protein to the pan and cook until browned and crispy.
7. 7.
   Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Plant-based protein — Make sure to slice the protein thinly so that it cooks evenly and absorbs the marinade well.

Tips & Tricks

• If you don't have gochujang, you can substitute with sriracha or another chili paste.
• Serve with rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve hot with rice and steamed vegetables.

Presentation advice

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a pop of color and texture.