Bulgogi

Do you know korean barbecue, Bulgogi?  

Bulgogi is a well known Korean food where beef is grilled after being sliced thin and seasoned in sauce. It has less fat than just grilled beef since it’s sliced into a thin piece. Beef tastes soft, therefore tenderloin, and sirloin are mostly used for Bulgogi. Bulgogi is eaten with lot of different vegetables so, it's less greasy.

Bulgogi literally means "fire meat" in korean. It is listed at number 23 on World's 50 most delicious foods readers' poll compiled by CNN Go in 2011.

Bulgogi can be enjoyed with rice by mixing it with the soup that is provided with the meat. When meat is eaten with onions, it’s more delicious.

In Korea, there is also Bulgogi burger in fast-food restaurants.   

How to make Bulgogi


Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG) (optional)
• 1 pound beef top sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1/2 yellow onion, chopped

Directions

1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, and MSG. Place beef, carrots, and onions in the bag; seal, and shake to coat the vegetables and beef with the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 2 1/2 hours. I prefer to marinate mine overnight.
2. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Remove meat and vegetables from marinade, and place on a large sheet of aluminum foil; seal. Discard marinade.
3. Place on grill, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or to desired doneness.