Description
This Bulgogi Sauce is the ultimate marinade for making Korean BBQ at home. With a perfect balance of soy sauce, sweetness from grated pear, and aromatic ginger and garlic, this flavorful sauce tenderizes beef and brings authentic Korean flavors to your table. Ideal for grilling or frying, it’s a must-have for BBQ lovers.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons mirin (or sweet rice wine)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 pear (Asian pear preferred), grated
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Soy Sauce & Sugars: Combine soy sauce, white sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl. Stir until the sugars dissolve completely.
- Add Aromatics: Mix in minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Stir to combine.
- Incorporate Liquids: Add mirin and rice vinegar, ensuring the mixture is well blended.
- Add Pear: Stir in grated pear for natural sweetness and tenderizing properties.
- Season: Add ground black pepper, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds (if using). Mix thoroughly.
- Marinate & Cook: Use the sauce to marinate thinly sliced beef for at least 30 minutes before grilling or frying for best results.
Notes
- Substitute Asian pear with apple or kiwi if unavailable.
- Sauce can also be used as a stir-fry sauce or dipping sauce for other proteins like chicken.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Korean
