Korean Beef Taco (Bulgogi) with Kimchi Pico de Gallo

Korean Beef Taco (Bulgogi) with Kimchi Pico de Gallo

Korean beef or bulgogi is a classic dish for everyone who loves Korean food. Bring this recipe to another level with the infusion of Korean and Mexican food by reconstructing it into a taco form. The beef bulgogi has been marinated in Asian pear, ginger, and other ingredients, making it sweet and tender. It goes very well with kimchi pico de gallo and gochujang mayo sauce. Korean beef taco with kimchi pico de gallo is one of the most wonderful combinations of flavors that will bring you a great experience in the food world.

Ingredients

1lb
Sirloin Steaksliced into strips
1/2
MediumYellow Onion, grated
1/2
Asian Pear, gratedor Bosc Pear
1piece
Fresh Ginger, grated1-inch pieceor Ginger Paste
2cloves
Garlic, grated
2Tbsp
Soy Sauce
1Tbsp
Sesame Oil
1Tbsp
Brown Sugar
1bunch
Scallion4 stalks needed, sliced and separated white and green parts
12
MediumFlour Tortillas
2cups
White Cheddar Cheese, cubed
1
Romaine Lettuce, sliced
1tsp
Toasted White Sesame Seeds
3/4cup
Kimchisqueezed dry and reserved liquid for gochujang mayo
1 1/4cups
Tomatoes, diced
1/4
MediumYellow Onion, diced
1
Lime, juiced
1
Jalapeño Pepper, deseeded, chopped
to taste
Salt
to taste
Ground Black Pepper
4Tbsp
Mayonnaise
1tsp
Honey
1tsp
Rice Vinegar
1/2tsp
Gochujang
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories
684
Fat
34.9 g
Protein
39.9 g
Carbs
56.1 g

Cooking Instructions

step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine Yellow Onion (1/2), Asian Pear (1/2), Fresh Ginger (1 piece), Garlic (2 cloves), Soy Sauce (2 Tbsp), Sesame Oil (1 Tbsp), Brown Sugar (1 Tbsp), and the white part of Scallion (1 bunch). Mix well.

step 2

Add Sirloin Steak (1 lb) and mix to combine—Marinate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for more flavor in the fridge.

step 3

To prepare pico de gallo, mix together Yellow Onion (1/4) and Lime Juice (1) in a medium mixing bowl. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.

step 4

After 10 minutes, add Kimchi (3/4 cup), Tomatoes (1 1/4 cups), Jalapeño Pepper (1), Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste). Mix to combine and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

step 5

To make the taco dressing, combine kimchi liquid, Mayonnaise (4 Tbsp), Honey (1 tsp), Rice Vinegar (1 tsp), and Gochujang (1/2 tsp) in a small bowl. Mix until well combined. Set aside in the fridge until ready to use.

step 6

Once the beef is marinated, heat the cast iron skillet over high heat. Once there is smoke, cook the beef for 5-7 minutes [Let’s get some of the slow-mo of smoking]. Occasionally stir. Then set aside.

step 7

In the skillet over medium-high heat, add the White Cheddar Cheese (2 cups) and top with the Flour Tortillas (12). Cook until the cheese is melted, then flip and cook for couple more minutes.

step 8

To assemble the taco, top the cheesy tortilla with beef, Romaine Lettuce (1), kimchi pico de gallo, gochujang mayo, and Toasted White Sesame Seeds (1 tsp).