Description
Korean BBQ Steak Bowls are a bold and flavorful meal featuring juicy, marinated steak, warm rice, and a creamy, spicy sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Customize it with your favorite toppings like kimchi, avocado, or fried eggs for an extra delicious touch!
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 1 lb beef steak (flank, skirt, or New York strip), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For the Rice:
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
For the Creamy Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Steak – In a bowl, combine steak cubes with soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
2️⃣ Grill the Steak – Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Cook steak cubes for 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes.
3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, sriracha, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
4️⃣ Assemble the Bowls – Divide the cooked rice into bowls. Top with grilled steak and drizzle with creamy sauce.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy – Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or kimchi for extra flavor!
Notes
- Protein Swap – Try chicken, shrimp, or tofu instead of steak.
- Low-Carb Option – Serve over cauliflower rice or greens.
- Extra Spice – Add more gochujang, sriracha, or red pepper flakes.
- Toppings – Enhance with avocado, fried eggs, pickled radish, or shredded carrots.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (including marinating)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
