Beef Bulgogi Bowls : Sweet & Savory Korean-Inspired Meal Prep
Beef Bulgogi Bowls are packed with rich, savory-sweet flavor and satisfying texture. Thinly sliced beef is marinated in a garlicky soy glaze with hints of sesame and brown sugar, then seared until beautifully caramelized. Served over warm rice with crisp vegetables, this bowl is comforting, protein-packed, and perfect for easy weekly meal prep. Simple ingredients, unforgettable flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Bulgogi Beef
1 ½ lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ small onion, thinly sliced
½ tsp black pepper
For the Bowls
2 cups jasmine rice (uncooked)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup cucumber slices
1 cup steamed broccoli
2 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Add sliced beef and onion. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).
Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions. Fluff and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated beef in batches for 3–5 minutes until caramelized and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Divide rice into four meal prep containers. Top with beef and vegetables. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition and Preparation Details (Per Bowl Approx.)
Nutrition
- Calories: 560
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 38g