Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls Recipe
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.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
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
- 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.
- Slice the Steak: Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Prepare the Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions or use leftover cooked rice, warming it as needed.
- Make the Spicy Cream Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, gochujang, lemon juice, and honey until smooth and creamy.
- 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