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Save Pin Authentic Hawaiian local plate-lunch Meat Jun made with thinly sliced ribeye marinated in soy sesame garlic, egg-battered, and pan-fried.
Every reliable kitchen repertoire needs a dependable crowd-pleaser like this Authentic Hawaiian Meat Jun Recipe (Korean Beef Jun). Built around ribeye steak or flank steak, paper thin, soy sauce and sugar, this dish comes together smoothly in 25 min, delivering deep comfort, savory depth, and effortless weeknight satisfaction.
Whisk soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and sesame oil. Marinate paper-thin ribeye slices for 10 minutes.
Dredge marinated steak slices in flour, then dip completely into beaten egg batter.
Heat oil in skillet on medium. **Pan-fry** meat slices for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Serve cut into strips with soy chili vinegar dipping sauce!
1. Let the Meat Rest Before Slicing: Transfer cooked meat to a cutting board for 5β10 minutes before carving. Resting allows tight muscle fibers to relax and redistribute savory juices evenly throughout the cut. 2. Protect Minced Garlic from Burning: Garlic cooks and turns fragrant in just 30 to 45 seconds. Add it toward the end of sautΓ©ing onions or aromatics so it perfumes the dish without acquiring a bitter edge. 3. Chef's Kitchen Secret: Paper-Thin Meat Slices: Partially freeze ribeye for 30 minutes before slicing to cut paper-thin strips.
Store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a preheated 350Β°F oven or covered skillet over medium-low heat until steaming hot throughout.
Q: Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time? A: Yes, this dish can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, kept covered in the refrigerator, and baked or cooked when ready to serve.
Q: Can I substitute common pantry ingredients? A: Yes, this recipe is forgiving. Check our substitution notes in the ingredient card for dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan alternatives.
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