Korean Beef Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 pound Beef Sirloin (thinly sliced against the grain)
• 1 medium Nashi Pear (coarsely grated; can use any sweet pear)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (peeled and grated)
• 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean fermented chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil for flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (regular or low-sodium)
• 8 large leaves Butter Lettuce (used as taco shells or garnish)
• 1 large Avocado (sliced)
• 1 cup Kimchi (chopped; use your favorite variety)
• 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds (lightly toasted)
• 8 small Corn Tortillas (optional, for a traditional taco base)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (for high‑heat searing)
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade

   Coarsely grate the Nashi pear, then combine it in a mortar with grated ginger, gochujang, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Pound until a smooth paste forms, or blend everything in a blender for 10 seconds.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice the Beef

   If not pre‑sliced, cut the beef sirloin into very thin strips (about 1/8‑inch thick) against the grain.

   Time: PT5M

3. Marinate the Beef

   Place the beef strips in a large mixing bowl, pour the pear‑gochujang paste over them, and toss to coat evenly. Let sit for 2 minutes if cooking immediately, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.

   Time: PT2M

4. Heat the Skillet

   Add vegetable oil to a hot skillet over high heat. When the oil shimmers, it’s ready for the beef.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: high heat

5. Sear the Beef

   Add the marinated beef in a single layer. Sear for about 30 seconds on each side, stirring quickly, until the edges are nicely charred but the interior remains tender.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: high heat

6. Warm the Tortillas (Optional)

   Place each corn tortilla in the same hot skillet for 30 seconds per side, just until pliable and lightly toasted.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

7. Assemble the Tacos

   Lay a butter lettuce leaf (or warm tortilla) on a plate, add a generous portion of the charred beef, top with sliced avocado, a spoonful of chopped kimchi, and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

28 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

6 g