Korean Bulgogi Marinade (for Beef, Chicken, Pork, & More!)
Korean Bulgogi Marinade is a flavorful blend of savory, sweet, and spicy ingredients that transforms ordinary meats and vegetables into culinary masterpieces. This versatile marinade is perfect for grilling during summer barbecues or for cozy family dinners. It’s simple to prepare, using accessible pantry staples alongside distinctive Korean ingredients like gochujang and sesame oil. Whether you’re marinating beef, chicken, pork, or even veggies, every bite will be bursting with incredible flavor. Elevate your meals effortlessly with this quick and delicious marinade that stays fresh for up to five days in the fridge—perfect for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on cooking method
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 small Asian pear, grated
- Optional: 1 tablespoon gochujang
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sesame seeds (if using), grated Asian pear and onion, green onions, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well using a whisk or shake until fully combined.
- Pour the marinade over your choice of meat or veggies in a covered container.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg