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Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls Recipe

4.6 from 70 reviews

Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls combine tender, flavorful grilled steak with a bed of steamed rice and are topped with a rich BBQ sauce and a spicy cream sauce. This dish is a quick and satisfying meal that brings the savory and spicy flavors of Korean barbecue into a convenient bowl format, perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Steak

  • 1 pound flank steak or ribeye steak
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Rice

  • 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice

BBQ Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Korean BBQ sauce (such as bulgogi or gochujang-based sauce)

Spicy Cream Sauce

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Steak: Season the steak with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Slice the Steak: Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain for maximum tenderness.
  3. Prepare the Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions or use leftover cooked rice, warming it as needed.
  4. Make the Spicy Cream Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and honey until smooth and creamy.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice into bowls. Top each bowl with sliced steak. Drizzle with Korean BBQ sauce and the spicy cream sauce to taste. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ribeye or flank steak for optimal flavor and tenderness.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang in the spicy cream sauce based on your preferred spice level.
  • Leftover steak and rice work great for quick meal prep.
  • Add steamed or pickled vegetables for additional texture and nutrition.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure BBQ sauce and gochujang are gluten-free brands.

Keywords: Korean BBQ steak, rice bowl, spicy cream sauce, Korean cuisine, quick dinner, grilled steak