Korean BBQ Steak Bowl with Kimchi Fried Rice

Korean BBQ Steak Bowl with Kimchi Fried Rice ingredients

• 0.75 lb sirloin or flank steak
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 0.5 tsp grated ginger
• 0.5 tsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 3 cups day-old white rice
• 1 cup kimchi
• 2 tbsp kimchi juice
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 stalks scallions
• 2 large egg
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

How to make Korean BBQ Steak Bowl with Kimchi Fried Rice

1. Thinly slice 0.75 lb sirloin or flank steak against the grain into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine the steak with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 minced garlic clove, 0.5 tsp grated ginger, 0.5 tsp Gochujang (if using), and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 30 minutes.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and once shimmering, add the marinated steak in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
3. Sear the steak for 1-2 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked through to your preference. Remove the cooked steak from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet (add a touch more oil if needed), add 1 cup chopped kimchi and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened and fragrant. This develops the kimchi's flavor.
5. Add 3 cups cooked day-old white rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps with your spatula and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, allowing the rice to lightly brown and absorb the kimchi flavors.
6. Pour in 2 tbsp kimchi juice and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, mixing thoroughly until the rice is evenly coated and heated through.
7. Stir in about half of the chopped scallions (reserving the rest for garnish) into the kimchi fried rice and cook for 1 minute more. Remove the fried rice from the skillet and divide evenly between two serving bowls.
8. Wipe out the skillet, then add a tiny bit of oil if needed. Fry the 2 large eggs sunny-side up or over-easy, cooking until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 2-3 minutes.
9. Place the cooked Korean BBQ steak on one side of each bowl of kimchi fried rice. Carefully place a fried egg on top of the fried rice in each bowl.
10. Garnish each bowl with the remaining chopped scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately, breaking the egg yolk to mix into the rice and steak for a rich, flavorful lunch.

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