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Korean Steak Sandwich

Spicy Korean Steak Sandwich with Creamy Garlic Mayo Delight

Experience the bold flavors of this Korean Steak Sandwich, featuring tender ribeye and creamy garlic mayo.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 pound Ribeye Steak or sirloin/flank steak
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Paste adjust for spice level
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Ginger fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar white sugar can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine or dry sherry/apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves or adjust with garlic powder
  • 1 medium Grated Apple or pear as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil substitution for allergies
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
Sandwich
  • 1 tablespoon Oil for cooking
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers mix of colors for variety
  • 4 slices Bread thick slices of sourdough or ciabatta
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter for crisping external bread
  • 4 ounces Mature Cheddar Cheese or mozzarella as substitute
  • 1 medium Red Onion or white onion for milder taste
  • 1 medium Jalapenos omit for less spice
  • 2 stalks Spring Onions optional for freshness
Garlic Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 2 cloves Garlic adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Chili Sauce or honey as an alternative

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by placing the ribeye steak in the freezer for 30 minutes, allowing it to firm up slightly.
  2. Slice the steak into thin strips, around 2mm in thickness.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang paste, minced ginger, light brown sugar, rice wine, minced garlic, black pepper, grated apple, and toasted sesame oil.
  4. Add the sliced steak strips and coat them thoroughly in the marinade. Allow to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over high heat and add oil. Once shimmering, add the marinated steak strips and cook for about 4-5 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the bell peppers for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender.
  4. Butter the outside of each slice of bread and layer the cooked steak and sautéed peppers, followed by the cheese, onion, jalapenos, and spring onions.
  5. Grill the assembled sandwiches in the skillet or sandwich press for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese melts.
  6. Mix mayonnaise and minced garlic for the creamy garlic mayo and drizzle sweet chili sauce into the sandwiches before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Slice the steak thinly for tenderness and adjust the marinade to control spice levels. Leftovers should be reheated in a skillet for optimal texture.

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