One-Pan Korean BBQ Tacos with Gochujang Slaw

One-Pan Korean BBQ Tacos with Gochujang Slaw

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Total Time: 40 min
Servings: 4
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) Thinly sliced beef (sirloin, ribeye, or bulgogi cut)
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 Large bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
  • 1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups Shredded cabbage (green or mix)
  • 1 Large carrot, julienned or grated
  • 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang
  • 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Lime juice
  • 8-12 Small corn or flour tortillas
  • to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • to taste Lime wedges (for serving)
  • to taste Extra sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1.

    **Marinate the Beef:** In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and black pepper. Add the thinly sliced beef and toss to coat thoroughly. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15-20 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

  2. 2.

    **Prepare the Gochujang Slaw:** In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, and sliced green onions. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, 1 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, sugar/honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, and lime juice until smooth. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated. Set aside.

  3. 3.

    **Cook the BBQ Beef and Vegetables:** Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding). Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.

  4. 4.

    Add the sliced bell pepper and red onion to the same pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  5. 5.

    Return the cooked beef to the pan with the vegetables. Toss everything together to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.

  6. 6.

    **Warm Tortillas:** While the beef and vegetables are cooking, warm the tortillas according to package instructions (e.g., in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven).

  7. 7.

    **Assemble Tacos:** Fill each warm tortilla with a generous spoonful of the Korean BBQ beef and vegetable mixture. Top with a spoonful of Gochujang Slaw, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and extra sesame seeds. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Tips

  • 💡For easy slicing, partially freeze the beef for 20-30 minutes before slicing very thinly against the grain.
  • 💡Adjust the gochujang amount in both the marinade and slaw to your preferred spice level.
  • 💡Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the beef; cook in batches if necessary to ensure good browning.
  • 💡For extra flavor, you can briefly char the tortillas directly over a gas flame or in a very hot dry skillet.
  • 💡Leftover slaw and beef mixture store well separately in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

Recipe from TheCookbook.ai

Created by Basil Roux