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Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls

Delicious Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls to Elevate Dinner Nights

Experience the vibrant flavors of Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls in just 30 minutes. A customizable dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Beef Steak (flank, skirt, or New York strip) Use a quality cut for flavor absorption
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium options are available
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean chili paste) Substitute with sriracha if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds nuttiness; olive oil may alter flavor slightly
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For the Dish
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal preference
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to personal preference
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice (white, brown, or jasmine) Cauliflower rice offers a low-carb option
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Yogurt can be a lighter substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust amount based on spice tolerance

Equipment

  • Skillet or Grill Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Cut your beef steak into bite-sized cubes and add to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
    Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls
  2. Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the marinated steak from the bowl, letting excess marinade drip off. Cook steak cubes in the hot pan for 3-4 minutes on each side until rich brown crust forms.
    Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls
  3. While the steak is resting, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, sriracha, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
    Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls
  4. In serving bowls, add a scoop of cooked rice, top with sliced marinated steak, and drizzle the creamy spicy sauce over.
    Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls
  5. Garnish with quick pickled cucumbers, shredded carrots, or sliced scallions. Serve immediately, perhaps with a side of kimchi.
    Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the heat level of the creamy sauce and add any veggies you have on hand for extra flavor and nutrition.

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