| Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 564 | 32g | 12g | 25g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 15g | 3g | 47g | 1.2g |
From the bustling streets of New York, I’ve come to cherish the diversity of food, a truly tangible testament to the city’s melting pot of cultures. One recipe that I deeply admire is the Korean Deulkkae Beef Bulgogi. This gorgeously robust, fruit-infused dish captures the vibrant and contrasting flavors that for me, encapsulate the essence of what food in New York is all about; a fusion of global tastes.
The Beauty of Diversity
As an actor, I’m constantly dabbling in an array of roles and personas, each one as disparate as the foods that grace the streets of NYC. The Korean Deulkkae Beef Bulgogi embodies this spirit of diversity and flexibility. It is tender beef marinated in a mix of sweet and savory flavors, the intriguing use of fruit purees and a hit of grounded deulkkae (perilla seeds) elevates this dish to a gastronomic adventure, not far off from the thrilling unpredictability of a Broadway plot.
Taste and Health Hand in Hand
While the curtain of flavor is surely its own spectacle, this dish also boasts an impressive health benefits roster. The star of the show, beef tenderloin, not only gives the dish its hearty and palatable experience but it’s also a great source of proteins and vitamins, an imperative nutrient for those like myself who live an active lifestyle. Incorporating fresh fruits like Asian pear and apple adds a natural sweetness, but behind the scenes they’re silently cheering for your body, providing antioxidants and aid in digestion.
What’s more, the secret ingredient – the native Korean perilla seeds, known as deulkkae, adds an irreplaceable, subtly unique flavor to the dish, while taking care of your heart along the way. Believed to have properties that assist in reducing blood pressure and cholesterol, Deulkkae is another beautiful example of cuisine not only serving the palate but nourishing the body in equal parlance.
Culinary Siblings
This dish, although from a completely different continent, finds its similarities in American counterparts such as BBQ ribs or Hawaiian pizza – where the sweet meets savory, fruit meets meat dynamic really shines. If you have a penchant for such contrasts, the Korean Deulkkae Beef Bulgogi is sure to reaffirm that infatuation. And if you’re looking for a perfectly harmonious affair, this dish pairs delightfully with some simple white rice or even Japchae, a classic Korean stir-fried glass noodle, allowing the main element to be rightfully spotlighted.
In conclusion, the Korean Deulkkae Beef Bulgogi is an emblem of culinary diversity, the interplay of distinct flavors, and the delightful surprises only a city like New York can offer. It serves my palate, my health, my love for worldly cuisine, and more than anything else, it fuels my cravings for continuous culinary exploration.
What You’ll Need
- 2 lbs Beef tenderloin
- 4 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Mirin
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1/2 cup Asian pear, pureed
- 1/4 cup Apple, pureed
- 4 cloves of Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Ground deulkkae (perilla seeds)
- 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 Onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups of Mixed bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup of Carrots, thinly sliced
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- White sesame seeds (garnish)
- Fresh perilla leaves (garnish)
Method
Step One
Firstly, prepare the beef by cutting it into thin slices. Set aside.
Step Two
Create the marinade by combining the soy sauce, mirin, honey, pureed Asian pear, pureed apple, minced garlic, minced ginger and sesame oil in a bowl.
Step Three
Grind the deulkkae (perilla seeds) using a grinder or mortar and pestle. Add the ground deulkkae to the marinade and stir well to integrate.
Step Four
Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring each slice is well coated. Leave the beef to marinate for at least 1 hour, or ideally, overnight in the refrigerator.
Step Five
Prepare your vegetables by thinly slicing the green onions, onion, mixed bell peppers and carrots. Set aside.
Step Six
Heat a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook until it begins to brown, turning occasionally to ensure an even cook.
Step Seven
Add the sliced vegetables to the pan. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper and stir-fry until the vegetables are tender, and the beef is fully cooked.
Step Eight
Transfer the Deulkkae Beef Bulgogi to a serving dish. Garnish with a sprinkle of white sesame seeds and fresh perilla leaves before serving.
