Entree: South Korea – 떡갈비 ➤ Tteokgalbi (Korean grilled beef patties)

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 12 min

Cook 15 min

Total 27 min

Ingredients

- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 large egg, approx. 1.75 oz (50 g)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (80 g) finely chopped white onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (12 g) sugar
- 1 tsp (1 g) black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tbsp (9 g) toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, egg, whole milk, chopped white onion, minced garlic, 2 tbsp soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, and sesame oil; mix until evenly combined.
2. Divide mixture into eight portions and shape into flat patties about 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until well browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F/71°C).
4. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over patties if using and serve immediately with steamed rice and vegetables.