Bulgogi Sauce (Korean BBQ Beef Sauce)

Ingredients:

• ½ cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons mirin (or sweet rice wine)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 pear (Asian pear preferred), grated
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine Soy Sauce & Sugars: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, white sugar, and brown sugar until the sugars are fully dissolved.
2. Add Aromatics: Incorporate the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil into the soy sauce mixture, stirring well.
3. Incorporate Liquids: Mix in the mirin and rice vinegar to blend everything smoothly.
4. Add Pear: Fold in the grated pear to the mixture, which adds sweetness and helps tenderize the meat.
5. Season: Add the ground black pepper, finely chopped green onions, and sesame seeds (if using) to the sauce, stirring to combine evenly.
6. Marinate & Cook: Use this sauce to marinate beef slices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Grill or fry as preferred for a delicious Korean BBQ experience.

Enjoy!