How to Make Slow Cooker Bulgogi - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow cooker Bulgogi is a delicious Korean dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. This dish features thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The slow cooker method allows the beef to become tender and the flavors to meld together, resulting in a mouthwatering meal that is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce, divided
  • ¼ cup white sugar, divided
  • 4 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped, divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 ½ pounds beef, thinly sliced
  • ½ teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 7 hrs
  • Servings: 4

  • Whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1 clove garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper together in a large bowl; stir in beef. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator, at least 30 minutes and preferably overnight.
  • Combine remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1 clove garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl to make a second batch of marinade.
  • Toast sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Place marinated beef, second batch of marinade, toasted sesame seeds, and green onion in a slow cooker. Cook on Low until beef is tender and flavors are combined, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Nutrition

    365 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 91mg
    • Sodium: 1868mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 469mg