Korean BBQ Beef Tacos Kimchi (Printable Version)

Tender beef, crunchy kimchi, and fresh toppings wrapped in soft tortillas for a fusion culinary delight.

# What You Need:

→ Beef & Marinade

01 - 1 pound flank steak or ribeye, sliced thinly against the grain
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
06 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
07 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
08 - 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Tacos & Toppings

11 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
12 - 1 cup napa cabbage kimchi, chopped and drained
13 - 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
14 - 1 small carrot, julienned
15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
17 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Optional Sauce

18 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
19 - 1 tablespoon Sriracha or gochujang
20 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, gochujang, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Add sliced beef and green onions. Toss thoroughly to coat and refrigerate for a minimum of 20 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Arrange marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until evenly browned and cooked through. Cook in batches as necessary.
03 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrap in foil and heat in a low oven until soft and pliable.
04 - Place a portion of shredded lettuce or cabbage onto each tortilla. Add cooked beef, a spoonful of kimchi, julienned carrot, cilantro leaves, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
05 - Blend mayonnaise, Sriracha or gochujang, and lime juice in a small bowl. Drizzle sauce over assembled tacos if desired.
06 - Arrange tacos on a platter and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find grocery store ingredients
  • Ready to eat in less than 45 minutes
  • Customizable protein options and toppings
  • Big, crave-worthy flavors in every bite
02 -
  • High protein filling keeps you full for hours
  • Makes a fantastic leftover lunch
  • Can be made gluten free by using tamari and corn tortillas
03 -
  • Always start with very thinly sliced beef for tenderness I freeze mine for ten minutes then slice for razor thin strips
  • Do not skimp on draining the kimchi too much juice makes the tacos soggy
  • Let everyone customize at the table and set out extra lime wedges tasty sauces and toppings on the side for fun

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