Beef is marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic then slow-cooked to tender perfection in this easy recipe for Korean slow cooker bulgogi.
Preparation Time
25 mins
Cooking Time
6 hr 5 mins
Total Time
6 hr 30 mins
Calories
365 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Toast sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 2
Whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1 clove garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper together in a large bowl; stir in beef. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator, at least 30 minutes and preferably overnight.
Step 3
Combine remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1 clove garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl to make a second batch of marinade.
Step 4
Place marinated beef, second batch of marinade, toasted sesame seeds, and green onion in a slow cooker. Cook on Low until beef is tender and flavors are combined, 6 to 8 hours.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
2 cloves garlic, chopped, divided
4 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
1 green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces, or more to taste
