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Chicken Bulgogi

Delicious Chicken Bulgogi: A Quick Taste of Korea at Home

This Easy Chicken Bulgogi recipe is a quick and flavorful introduction to Korean cuisine, making weeknight meals exciting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Swap with gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Use coconut sugar for lower glycemic alternative
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Opt for fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Can substitute with ground ginger if fresh isn’t available
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Choose toasted sesame oil for more intense aroma
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Use both green and white parts
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Optional chili flakes can be added for heat
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Preferably thighs or breasts cut into thin strips

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk together until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in chopped green onions and black pepper.
  2. Slice your chicken into even, thin strips. Place chicken into the marinade and toss gently, cover, and set aside to marinate for 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and caramelized.
  4. Transfer cooked Chicken Bulgogi to a serving plate, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marination time can enhance flavor. Use chicken thighs for juiciness and avoid overcooking for best results.

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