Soyo Bulgogi Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons pear juice 2 tablespoons pear juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped 2 green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds, for garnish Sesame seeds, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 8g
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, pear juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the marinade.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced beef to the marinade and mix well. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
3. 3.
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Add the marinated beef to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through.
5. 5.
   Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
6. 6.
   In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers, julienned carrot, and sliced onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
7. 7.
   Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss with the vegetables.
8. 8.
   Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
9. 9.
   Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef sirloin — For the best results, choose thinly sliced beef sirloin. If you can't find pre-sliced beef, you can partially freeze the beef for about 30 minutes to make it easier to slice thinly.
• Pear juice — Freshly squeezed pear juice works best for the marinade. If you can't find pear juice, you can substitute it with apple juice or pineapple juice for a similar sweet and tangy flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• Partially freezing the beef makes it easier to slice thinly.
• For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste) to the marinade.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini to customize the stir-fry according to your taste.
• To save time, you can prepare the marinade and marinate the beef in advance.
• Garnish with additional sesame seeds and chopped green onions for extra flavor and visual appeal.

Serving advice

Serve the Soyo Bulgogi Stir-Fry hot with steamed rice or noodles. It can be enjoyed as a standalone dish or as part of a Korean-inspired meal. For an authentic touch, serve it with traditional Korean side dishes like kimchi and pickled vegetables.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the stir-fried beef and vegetables on a large platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. The vibrant colors of the vegetables and the garnishes will make the dish visually appealing.