Description

Get ready to fall in love with this flavor-packed Korean BBQ Beef Bowl with Corn & Creamy Sauce. It’s the perfect combo of sweet, smoky, and spicy, with juicy marinated beef, buttery charred corn, and a tangy, creamy sauce that ties it all together. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea, easy recipe for meal prep, or healthy comfort food with bold Asian-inspired flavors, this bowl delivers big taste with minimal effort. It’s colorful, satisfying, and guaranteed to hit the spot. Perfect for easy dinners, fun lunch ideas, or even a new addition to your weekly food ideas list.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb flank steak or boneless short ribs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp gochujang or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
1 tsp black sesame seeds (optional)
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
Add the sliced beef to the marinade and let it rest for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, gochujang, and lime juice. Chill until ready to use.
Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add corn and paprika (or chili powder), and sauté until golden and slightly charred, about 5–7 minutes.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Sear the marinated beef in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
To assemble, layer rice or noodles in a bowl. Top with beef, corn, and a drizzle of the creamy sauce.
Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy!