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Flavorful Korean BBQ Beef Tacos with Spicy Kimchi Slaw

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These Korean BBQ beef tacos with spicy kimchi slaw offer a bold, sweet, spicy, and tangy flavor explosion that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin or flank steak
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon gochujang (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 1 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 small carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • Pinch of sugar
  • 8 small soft corn or flour tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for squeezing over the top)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang (if using), and rice vinegar. Whisk until sugar dissolves and marinade is glossy. Add thinly sliced beef and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour in the fridge.
  2. Chop kimchi into bite-sized pieces. In a medium bowl, mix chopped kimchi, shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, and sliced green onions. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise (if using), sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a pinch of sugar. Pour dressing over slaw and toss to coat. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef in a single layer, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Cook in batches if needed. Add a splash of water or more sesame oil if pan gets dry.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrap in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes until soft.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing slices of Korean BBQ beef on each tortilla. Top with spicy kimchi slaw, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, add fresh cilantro if desired, and squeeze lime over the top.
  6. Serve immediately while beef is warm and slaw is crisp.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and corn tortillas. If gochujang is unavailable, substitute with sriracha mixed with miso paste. Marinate beef for at least 15 minutes for best flavor and tenderness. Cook beef in batches to avoid steaming. Let kimchi slaw rest 10-15 minutes before assembling for better flavor melding.

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Keywords: Korean BBQ, beef tacos, kimchi slaw, spicy tacos, Korean fusion, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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