Korean Bamboo Shoot Beef Stir-fry
Juksun-sogogi-bokkeum is a Korean stir-fry of boiled bamboo shoots and thinly sliced beef in a soy sauce, cooking wine, and sesame oil seasoning. The bamboo shoots keep a crisp, snappy texture, while the beef stays soft from quick cooking. The soy-based seasoning is intentionally light, letting the natural flavors of both ingredients come through - bamboo shoots contribute a subtle sweetness and beef adds savory depth. Using fresh spring bamboo shoots elevates the dish with even better crunch and aroma.
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Instructions
- 1
Slice bamboo shoots thinly across the grain and cut beef into similar strips.
- 2
Marinate beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, cooking wine, half the garlic, and pepper for 10 minutes.
- 3
Heat half the sesame oil over medium-high heat and stir-fry beef for 2 minutes; set aside.
- 4
In the same pan, add remaining oil, onion, green onion, and remaining garlic; stir-fry 1 minute.
- 5
Add bamboo shoots and remaining soy sauce, stir-fry 3 minutes, then return the beef.
- 6
Stir-fry everything 2 more minutes, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
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