Korean Grilled Neobiani Beef Patties
Neobiani-gui is a Korean royal-court grilled beef patty made by kneading ground beef with finely minced onion, green onion, soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper, then shaping the mixture into thin oval patties and pan-frying until caramelized. The onion's moisture and natural sugars bind the meat while contributing a gentle sweetness that emerges during browning. Chilling the shaped patties for fifteen minutes firms the protein structure so they hold together on the pan, and cooking over medium-low heat ensures the exterior develops a glossy sear before the inside dries out. True to its origins in Joseon dynasty court cuisine, the seasoning remains restrained-soy sauce and sesame oil frame the beef flavor without masking it.
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Instructions
- 1
Finely chop onion and green onion, then combine with ground beef.
- 2
Add soy sauce, sugar, garlic, sesame oil, and pepper, then knead until sticky.
- 3
Divide into 8 portions and shape into thin oval patties.
- 4
Lightly oil a pan and cook over medium-low heat until browned on both sides.
- 5
Remove when glossy and fully cooked through, then rest briefly before serving.
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