Bulgogi

A Korean classic with ripe pears in the marinade to tenderise the meat and add a distinct taste of sweetness.

A Korean classic with ripe pears in the marinade to tenderise the meat and add a distinct taste of sweetness.

Serves 3

Total Time 75 mins

Ingredients

Boneless sirloin or tenderloin	450g
Garlic cloves	4
Pear, pealed	1 cup
Onion, chopped	¾ cup
Ginger, chopped	1 tsp
Scallion, chopped	1
Soy sauce	2 tbsp
Roasted sesame oil	1 tbsp
Light brown sugar/honey	1 tbsp
Black pepper	½ tsp
Sesame seeds, toasted	1 tsp

Cooking Method

Step 01	Cut beef across grain into thin slices. Cook in a skillet.
Step 02	In a food processor, place garlic, pear, onion, ginger and blitz until the blend is smooth and creamy. This is the marinade.
Step 03	In a bowl or sealable bag, combine beef slices, marinade, scallion, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar and pepper. Mix them well.
Step 04	Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. (Overnight is best for a deeper flavour).
Step 05	Cook the meat on high heat in a pan, stirring constantly until the liquid has evaporated and meat begins to brown around the edges.
Step 06	Sprinkle sesame seeds.