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Korean BBQ Beef Sandwich

Tender seared beef tossed in a sweet-savory gochujang-soy glaze, piled onto toasted bread with crispy lettuce and fresh scallions. Bold, sticky, and ready in under 20 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
38g
Korean BBQ Beef Sandwich
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Ingredients

  • ¾ lb beef ribeye or sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 4 slices or 2 rolls bread (brioche or soft white rolls)
  • 1 handful each crisp lettuce leaves and scallions, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.

  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 4–5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour the gochujang mixture into the skillet and toss the beef until glossy and coated, 1–2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Toast bread until lightly golden, then top with lettuce, glazed beef, and scallions.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while the beef is still warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • toaster or skillet

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