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Korean Pot Roast

Delicious homemade Korean Pot Roast plated on white ceramic dish

Korean Pot Roast is a flavorful and tender beef dish simmered in a savory soy-based sauce with Korean spices, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice wine
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium carrots, cut into chunks
  • 2 stalks celery, cut into chunks
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef roast on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add garlic, ginger, and onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Return the roast to the pot and add beef broth. The liquid should partially cover the meat.
  5. Add carrots and celery around the roast.
  6. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 3 to 3.5 hours until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
  7. Remove the pot roast and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve the beef with the vegetables and spoon the sauce over the top. Garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the beef in the sauce mixture overnight before cooking or serve with steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce.