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Korean Kimchi Cheesesteak with Bulgogi Beef

Name: Korean Kimchi Cheesesteak with Bulgogi Beef
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb beef ribeye, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 green onions, finely chopped; 1 cup kimchi, drained and chopped; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 8 slices provolone cheese; 4 hoagie rolls, split

This Korean-inspired take on the classic cheesesteak features tender bulgogi beef, creamy melted cheese, and spicy kimchi for a mouthwatering experience.

4.8(199 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 8, 2025

Korean Kimchi Cheesesteak with Bulgogi Beef — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Bulgogi Marinade

For the Sandwich Filling

For the Hoagie Rolls

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 821 kcal
Protein: 42.75 g
Carbs: 54.5 g
Fat: 45.5 g
Fiber: 4 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3283 kcal
Protein: 171 g
Carbs: 218 g
Fat: 182 g
Fiber: 16 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb beef ribeye thinly sliced	1184	92	0	92	0
1/4 cup soy sauce	34	6	4	0	0
2 tbsp sesame oil	240	0	0	28	0
2 tbsp sugar	96	0	25	0	0
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger	5	0	1	0	0
4 cloves garlic minced	18	1	4	0	0
1 tsp black pepper	6	0	1	0	1
2 green onions finely chopped	10	1	2	0	1
1 cup kimchi drained and chopped	22	1	4	0	2
1 green bell pepper sliced	24	1	6	0	2
1 onion thinly sliced	44	1	11	0	2
8 slices provolone cheese	640	40	0	52	0
4 hoagie rolls split	960	28	160	10	8

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Bulgogi Beef

1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, garlic, black pepper, and green onions.
2
Coat Beef
Add the sliced ribeye to the marinade and mix well to coat.
3
Marinate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
Tip: Ensure the beef slices are evenly coated for consistent flavor.

Preparing the Vegetables and Roll

1
Slice Vegetables
Slice the green bell pepper and onion thinly.
2
Prepare Kimchi
Drain and chop the kimchi.
3
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) for the hoagie rolls.
Tip: For added crispiness, toast the inside of the hoagie rolls lightly.

How to Make Korean Kimchi Cheesesteak with Bulgogi Beef

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat a bit of sesame oil and sauté the bell peppers and onions until soft, about 5–7 minutes.
2
Cook Bulgogi Beef
In the same skillet, add the marinated beef and cook over medium-high heat until fully cooked, about 4–5 minutes.
3
Warm Hoagie Rolls
Place the halved hoagie rolls in the preheated oven and toast for about 5 minutes until lightly crispy.