Go Back
Spicy Kimchi Bulgogi Cheesesteak Recipe

Spicy Kimchi Bulgogi Cheesesteak

A hearty fusion sandwich featuring thinly shaved ribeye marinated in Korean spices, cooked with tangy kimchi, and topped with melted provolone cheese on a toasted hoagie roll.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean American Fusion
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ribeye steak very thinly sliced
  • 4 rolls hoagie rolls sliced lengthwise
  • 1 cup Kimchi roughly chopped
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 4 slices provolone cheese
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Marinate the beef: Whisk the soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, gochujang, and garlic in a bowl. Add the sliced ribeye and toss to coat. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the onions: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with the oil. Add sliced onions and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Sear the meat: Push the onions to the side. Add the marinated beef to the center of the pan. Let it sear for 1 minute before stirring.
  4. Add the kimchi: Fold in the chopped kimchi. Cook everything together for 3 more minutes until the beef is fully cooked and the pan juices reduce into a glaze.
  5. Melt the cheese: Divide the meat into 4 portions in the pan. Top each with a slice of provolone cheese. Turn off the heat and cover the pan for 60 seconds to melt the cheese.
  6. Assemble: Toast the hoagie rolls in a separate pan. Use a spatula to transfer the cheesy meat portions directly onto the toasted rolls and serve warm.

Notes

  • Toast your buns to prevent them from getting soggy from the juicy filling.
  • Freeze your steak for 20 minutes before slicing to make it easier to get paper-thin cuts.