You got it! Here’s the full recipe again for Korean Bulgogi Spaghetti, the ultimate East-West flavor bomb. 🍝🔥🇰🇷
🍝 Korean Bulgogi Spaghetti
Ingredients (Serves 4):
For the Bulgogi Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef or thinly sliced sirloin/ribeye
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp mirin (or rice vinegar)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste, optional for heat)
- 2 green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
For the Spaghetti:
- 8 oz dry spaghetti
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable/canola)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for finishing)
- Garnishes: sesame seeds, green onions, chili flakes (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions:
- Cook the Spaghetti:
- Boil spaghetti until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Make the Bulgogi Beef:
- Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, mirin, garlic, ginger, pepper, and gochujang.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Pour in the sauce and stir well. Cook for 4–5 minutes until glossy and thickened. Stir in chopped green onions.
- Sauté the Pasta:
- In a large skillet or wok, melt butter and add garlic. Sauté 1 minute.
- Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.
- Pour in bulgogi beef mixture and reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce. Toss until well combined.
- Finish & Serve:
- Drizzle with sesame oil.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes if desired.
🛎️ Serving Ideas:
- Top with a soft-boiled or fried egg for a richer finish.
- Serve alongside kimchi or a light cucumber salad to cut the richness.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Ground beef is easiest, but thinly sliced marinated sirloin makes it extra authentic.
- Want more veggies? Toss in julienned carrots, spinach, or mushrooms in the garlic-butter step.
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