Ingredients 🛒

2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish

Directions 🍳

Brown the Beef: Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks in batches until browned on all sides. Set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add garlic and ginger. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Build the Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, gochujang, vinegar, and water. Bring to a simmer.
Braise the Beef: Return beef to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5–2 hours until beef is tender. Stir occasionally.
Thicken: In the last 10 minutes, stir in the cornstarch slurry. Simmer uncovered until the sauce is thick and sticky.
Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Pair with rice, noodles, or steamed veggies.
Prep Time ⏰
15 minutes
Cook Time 🍲
2 hours
Total Time ⏱️
2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 🍽️
4–6 servings
Calories 🔥
Approx. 540 kcal per serving

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