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Apple-Pear Sauce

Apple-Pear Sauce

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir apples, Asian pears, and apple cider together in the skillet until the fruit is mushy, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Smash the apples and pears with the back of a wooden spoon until no large chunks remain; continue cooking until thickened, 20 to 30 minutes more.
  3. 3 Stir sugar and cinnamon into the sauce; cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely, 5 to 7 minutes more.

By ztcopley

Bulgogi Meatballs

Bulgogi Meatballs

4.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk soy sauce, Asian pear, brown sugar, green onions, sesame oil, garlic, fish sauce, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add beef, pork, bread crumbs, and egg; mix until just combined. Do not over mix. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  3. 3 Form meat mixture into about 45 mini meatballs. Arrange on 2 baking sheets.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until golden and cooked through but still tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Turn baking sheets halfway through cooking time. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

By Peggy Oliver

Las Vegas Galbi (Korean-Style Beef Ribs)

Las Vegas Galbi (Korean-Style Beef Ribs)

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
16 min
Total
516 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place ribs in a large bowl of water; soak for 1 hour. Drain ribs and return to the bowl.
  2. 2 Combine Asian pear, onion, kiwi, and garlic in a food processor and puree. Transfer to a bowl and stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame, oil, and black pepper. Pour marinade over ribs in the bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, turning once, at least 8 hours or overnight.
  3. 3 Strain marinade and discard.
  4. 4 Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill ribs until crispy outside and meat is no longer pink, about 8 minutes per side.

By TheElusivePastry

Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs

Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
500 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine pear slices, sherry wine, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, hoisin sauce, chili paste, and sesame oil in a blender; blend until smooth, about 4 minutes.
  2. 2 Arrange ribs in a 9x13-inch baking dish; coat with marinade. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap; refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  3. 3 Transfer short ribs to a plate; pat dry with paper towels.
  4. 4 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  5. 5 Cook ribs on the preheated grill until firm, hot, and slightly pink in center, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).

By John Mitzewich

Kalbi (Korean Marinated Short Ribs)

Kalbi (Korean Marinated Short Ribs)

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
8 min
Total
568 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place ribs in a bowl and cover with water; soak until water turns pink, about 1 hour. Drain and rinse in cold water.
  2. 2 Combine soy sauce, Asian pear, onion, garlic, and ginger in a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
  3. 3 Combine green onions, sesame oil, brown sugar, sesame seeds, honey, and black pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Add ribs and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  4. 4 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  5. 5 Cook ribs on the grill until slightly charred and tender, about 4 minutes per side.

By mykoreaneats

Bulgogi Beef (Korean-Style Barbecue)

Bulgogi Beef (Korean-Style Barbecue)

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix garlic, grated onion, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, and brown sugar together in a mixing bowl. Stir in grated pear, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes.
  2. 2 Transfer meat to marinade and toss to coat on all sides. Cover and refrigerate, 1 to 2 hours.
  3. 3 Season meat with salt and a drizzle of vegetable oil. Toss.
  4. 4 Brush a cast iron skillet with a little vegetable oil and place over high heat. When the skillet is very hot, add beef in a single layer and cook until meat begins to caramelize around the edges and moisture begins to evaporate, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve over hot rice and top with green onion slices.

By John Mitzewich

Korean Bulgogi Bowl

Korean Bulgogi Bowl

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Mix in sesame oil.
  2. 2 Combine brown sugar, soy sauce, water, Asian pear, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a food processor. Blend until combined but still slightly chunky. Pour mixture into the skillet with the beef and cook over medium heat until most of the liquid evaporates, 7 to 9 minutes.
  3. 3 Place 1/4 the cooked brown rice in the bottom of an individual serving bowl. Top with a portion of beef mixture, lettuce, cucumber, red bell pepper, and sesame seeds. Repeat with remaining rice, beef, and toppings.

By Diana71

Instant Pot Galbi (Korean-Style Short Ribs)

Instant Pot Galbi (Korean-Style Short Ribs)

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
55 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak ribs in a large bowl of water for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, combine Asian pear, onion, garlic, and ginger in a blender or food processor; purée until smooth. Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl. Mix in 3/4 cup soy sauce, rice wine, water, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and pepper to create a sauce. Set aside.
  3. 3 Drain ribs and dry them well. Trim off excess fat. Place ribs in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot), then add carrots and radishes. Pour Asian pear sauce on top. Close and lock the lid. Select Meat function according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer meat and vegetables to a plate and set aside.
  5. 5 Select the Sauté function on your Instant Pot. Stir in white sugar, remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, and remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar has melted and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes. Return ribs and vegetables to the pot; stir to coat with sauce.
  6. 6 Garnish ribs and vegetables with green onions and sesame seeds.

By fabeveryday

Bul Dak (Korean Fire Chicken)

Bul Dak (Korean Fire Chicken)

4.3

Prep
25 min
Cook
8 min
Total
63 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, rice wine, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon sugar, and black pepper in a large bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Combine Asian pear, onion, jalapeno peppers, red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and mustard in a blender; puree into a smooth sauce.
  3. 3 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high; pour in sauce. Cook until flavors combine, 3 to 4 minutes. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds.

By sungjee

Instant Pot Vegan Bulgogi

Instant Pot Vegan Bulgogi

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash cremini, oyster, and champignon mushrooms under running water, scrubbing with a mushroom brush to remove any dirt. Cut mushrooms in half, placing on clean dish towel. Delicately pull shimeji mushrooms apart and rinse.
  2. 2 Select Saute function on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Saute onion, shallot, ginger, and garlic in vegetable oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Turn off Saute function. Add broth, tamari, pear, brown rice syrup, sesame oil, gochujang, and rice wine vinegar. Mix well. Add mushrooms and gently toss to coat. Close the lid and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Manually release any remaining pressure, about 10 minutes more.
  5. 5 Turn Saute function back on. Mix water and cornstarch together; add slurry to mushrooms, mixing constantly to a create a thick gravy. Turn off Saute function. Serve with green onions and sesame seeds.

By Buckwheat Queen

Korean-Style Bulgogi Beef Tacos

Korean-Style Bulgogi Beef Tacos

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Trim excess fat from beef and slice very thinly across the grain. Transfer beef to a container.
  2. 2 Place onion, pear, garlic, ginger, and sake in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and black pepper. Pulse until marinade is well mixed.
  3. 3 Pour marinade over beef. Gently massage beef for a minute or two. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  4. 4 Mix vinegar, sugar, garlic, gochugaru, sesame oil, and salt together in a large bowl. Add cucumbers and green onions and mix gently by hand. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove beef from refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking.
  6. 6 Heat canola oil in a cast iron pan over high heat. Cook beef in batches, one layer at a time, stirring until nicely browned, about 3 minutes. Avoid overcrowding beef, or it will end up steaming instead of browning. Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  7. 7 Heat tortillas in another skillet, about 1 minute. Transfer to a serving platter and cover to keep warm. Serve beef bulgogi with the tortillas, cucumber salad, and avocado, green onions, and cilantro as garnishes. Drizzle gochujang over tacos, mixing it with a little water if too thick.

By Joon Ma