Crispy Korean Beef Fritters Rice Bowl: A Recipe to Use Leftover Bulgogi
Delicious Korean Beef Fritters Rice Bowl Recipe Using Leftover Bulgogi
Do you ever find yourself with a bit of leftover bulgogi-style beef that’s too good to throw away but you’re unsure what to make with it? This recipe is perfect for those moments! Introducing a simple yet delicious Korean Beef Fritters Rice Bowl: crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Served generously over rice, it makes for a satisfying and special meal. Enjoy your leftover beef in a whole new way!
Main Ingredients
- Beef (Bulgogi cut) 150g
- 1 stalk Scallions or Green Onions
- 1 bowl Warm Rice
Fritter Batter
- 5 Tbsp Frying powder (Tempura flour)
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 5 Tbsp Frying powder (Tempura flour)
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the scallions or green onions thoroughly and chop them finely into pieces about 0.5cm thick. This slicing ensures they cook evenly without burning and add a lovely flavor when fried.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients for the rice bowl: 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp sugar, 1/3 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1 Tbsp cooking wine. Whisk well until the sugar is dissolved. Feel free to taste and adjust the sweetness or saltiness to your preference.
Step 3
Gently pat the bulgogi beef dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Then, spread the slices out so they don’t stick together. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper. Be careful not to over-season, as it can become too salty.
Step 4
In a wide bowl, add 5 Tbsp of frying powder. You can use a pancake mix, but frying powder will give you a crispier texture.
Step 5
Place the seasoned beef slices into the bowl with the frying powder. Coat both sides thoroughly with the powder, shaking off any excess or gently patting it down to ensure an even coating.
Step 6
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil (about 1-2cm deep) in a pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (you’ll see small bubbles form when you insert a wooden chopstick), carefully add the coated beef slices. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Beef cooks quickly, so don’t overcook, or it will become tough. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, for a total of 2-4 minutes. Remove promptly and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
Step 7
If there’s still oil in the pan after frying the beef, add the chopped scallions and fry them until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Frying the scallions brings out their sweetness and adds a lovely savory note to the dish.
Step 8
Spoon a generous portion of warm rice into a serving bowl. Flatten the surface of the rice slightly to create a good base for the toppings.
Step 9
Arrange the fried scallions attractively over the rice. Their fresh aroma will complement the rice beautifully.
Step 10
Next, pile the crispy fried beef fritters on top of the scallions. Arrange them generously for a visually appealing and satisfying dish.
Step 11
Finally, drizzle the prepared sauce evenly over the beef fritters and rice to complete your delicious Korean Beef Fritters Rice Bowl! For an extra touch, you can garnish with some roasted seaweed flakes or sesame seeds.
