Description
Korean BBQ Burrito combines tender, slow-cooked Korean BBQ beef with fragrant rice, fresh herbs, tangy kimchi, and spicy yum yum sauce, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla for a delicious fusion meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Korean BBQ Beef
- 2 lbs. top sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 pears, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2-inch knob of ginger, peeled
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
For the Burritos
- Cooked rice, as needed
- Cilantro, chopped, to taste
- Basil, chopped, to taste
- Green onions, sliced, to taste
- Mint (optional), chopped, to taste
- Kimchi, to taste
- Sriracha mayo or yum yum sauce, to taste
- Large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare Korean BBQ Beef: Thinly slice the top sirloin beef. In a food processor, pulse the pears, garlic, and ginger until finely blended. Combine the pear mixture, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and sliced beef in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 5 hours until the beef is very tender and flavorful.
- Prep Burrito Fillings: While the beef cooks, prepare the cooked rice and chop the cilantro, basil, green onions, and optional mint. Also have the kimchi and your preferred sauce (sriracha mayo or yum yum sauce) ready for assembly.
- Assemble the Burritos: Lay a large flour tortilla flat on a piece of foil. In the center, place a generous spoonful of cooked rice, a portion of the cooked Korean BBQ beef, chopped herbs, kimchi, and drizzle with sauce. Fold the sides of the tortilla up and roll it tightly from front to back.
- Store or Serve: For later use, wrap the burrito tightly with the foil and freeze. Otherwise, enjoy your Korean BBQ burrito immediately while warm.
Notes
- The pears in the beef marinade act as natural tenderizers, so don’t skip them.
- You can adjust the amount of kimchi and sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- Freezing the prepared burritos makes for convenient future meals; just reheat wrapped in foil or in a microwave-safe dish.
- Optional herbs like mint add freshness, but cilantro and basil are essential for authentic flavor balance.
- Use slow cooker liners for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking if desired.
