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Smoky Korean Bulgogi Tacos with Kimchi Relish

Name: Smoky Korean Bulgogi Tacos with Kimchi Relish
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; 4 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 1 tbsp grated ginger; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 cup finely chopped kimchi; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 tbsp gochujang, (Korean chili paste); 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 1 tsp honey; 8 small corn tortillas; 1 cup shredded lettuce; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; Lime wedges for serving; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp sriracha; 1 tsp soy sauce

Savor the perfect blend of smoky bulgogi and spicy kimchi, wrapped in soft tortillas for an unforgettable Korean-Mexican fusion.

4.8(200 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 24, 2025

Smoky Korean Bulgogi Tacos with Kimchi Relish — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Bulgogi Beef

For the Kimchi Relish

For the Tacos

For the Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 752 kcal
Protein: 30.25 g
Carbs: 37.3 g
Fat: 52.95 g
Fiber: 4.08 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3006 kcal
Protein: 121 g
Carbs: 149.2 g
Fat: 211.8 g
Fiber: 16.3 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb beef ribeye thinly sliced	1240	100	0	90	0
4 tbsp soy sauce	40	4	4	0	0
2 tbsp sesame oil	239	0	0	27	0
2 tbsp sugar	96	0	24	0	0
1 tbsp minced garlic	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
1 tbsp grated ginger	6	0.1	1.4	0	0.1
1 tbsp rice vinegar	3	0	0.1	0	0
1 tsp black pepper	6	0.2	1.5	0.1	0.6
1 tsp smoked paprika	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.8
1 cup finely chopped kimchi	23	1.2	4	0.2	2
2 green onions sliced	10	0.5	2	0.1	0.8
1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)	35	1	8	0.5	0.5
1 tbsp sesame seeds	52	1.6	2.1	4.5	1.1
1 tsp honey	21	0.1	5.7	0	0
8 small corn tortillas	416	10	80	8	10
1 cup shredded lettuce	5	0.3	1	0.1	0.5
1/2 cup chopped cilantro	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.2
Lime wedges for serving	5	0.1	1.7	0	0.2
1/2 cup mayonnaise	760	1	8	80	0
1 tbsp sriracha	15	0.2	3.2	0.3	0.3
1 tsp soy sauce	3	0.3	0.4	0	0

These nutritional values are estimates and not meant for dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Bulgogi Beef

1
Combine marinade ingredients
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
2
Add beef
Add the sliced beef, tossing to coat well.
Tip: Ensure the beef is thinly sliced for quick cooking.
3
Marinate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Tip: For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef overnight in the refrigerator.

Preparing the Kimchi Relish

1
Mix ingredients
In another bowl, mix the chopped kimchi with green onions, gochujang, sesame seeds, and honey.
2
Combine well
Stir well to combine.
3
Let flavors meld
Set aside for flavors to meld.

How to Make Smoky Korean Bulgogi Tacos with Kimchi Relish

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sauté the Beef
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated beef in batches until caramelized.
2
Assemble the Sauce
Mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and soy sauce together in a small bowl until smooth.
3
Warm the Tortillas
Lightly toast tortillas in a dry skillet for 1 minute on each side.