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Korean Pot Roast

Savory Korean Pot Roast for Tender Family Dinners

This Korean Pot Roast recipe offers rich flavors and tender beef, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 4-5 lbs Chuck Roast A well-marbled cut ensures tender meat.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt Enhances the beef’s natural flavor.
  • 1 large Sweet Onion Sliced thinly.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Grated Fresh Ginger Infuses classic Asian flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Used for searing the beef.
  • 2 tbsp Gochujang Paste Tantalizing spiciness.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Balances savory and spicy notes.
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari Adds umami depth.
  • 2 cups Beef Stock Base for braising liquid.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F, ensuring the rack is positioned in the lower third.
  2. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides with kosher salt.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high until it shimmers.
  4. Carefully add the seasoned chuck roast and brown for about 5 minutes on each side.
  5. Lower heat to medium, add sliced sweet onions and sauté for about 4 minutes.
  6. Incorporate minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  7. Stir in gochujang paste, brown sugar, and soy sauce, cooking for 1 minute.
  8. Return the browned chuck roast to the pot with any collected juices and add the remaining beef stock.
  9. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  10. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer to the preheated oven. Braise for 2 hours.
  11. Once cooked, remove the pot from the oven and let the roast rest for 10-15 minutes.
  12. Serve the pot roast with cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and a side of kimchi.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Korean pot roast marries tradition and warmth, making dinner feel like a cozy gathering for the family.

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