Tender Beef Jeon (Korean Pan-Fried Beef)
How to Make Tender Beef Jeon: A Delicious Seasoning Recipe
Introducing a Beef Jeon recipe featuring thinly sliced beef that offers a wonderfully tender bite. It’s perfect as a snack for children and also makes a fantastic accompaniment to drinks for adults. This Beef Jeon boasts a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, savory flavor that intensifies with every chew. Enjoy making this delightfully tender and flavorful Korean pan-fried beef at home.
Main Ingredients
- 200g thinly sliced beef (for Jeon, e.g., top sirloin)
- 3 Tbsp sweet rice flour (glutinous rice flour)
- 2 fresh eggs
Beef Marinade
- 1 Tbsp mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently pat the thinly sliced beef dry with paper towels to remove any excess blood. This step is crucial for eliminating any gamey odor and ensuring the marinade penetrates better. Next, prick the surface of the beef all over with a fork. This creates small holes that allow the marinade to soak in more deeply, resulting in a more tender Jeon.
Step 2
Prepare all the ingredients for the beef marinade in a small bowl. Combine 1 tablespoon of mirin, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, a pinch of salt, a pinch of black pepper, and 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil. Whisk everything together thoroughly to create a delicious marinade.
Step 3
Apply the prepared marinade evenly to both sides of the beef slices that have had their blood removed and been pricked with a fork. Ensure every piece is coated well to achieve balanced seasoning and a flavorful Beef Jeon.
Step 4
Lightly coat the marinated beef slices with sweet rice flour. Dusting them lightly, almost like a ‘dusting’ layer, prevents the coating from becoming too thick and helps maintain a pleasantly chewy texture. Gently shake off any excess flour after coating.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, crack the 2 eggs and whisk them well with a fork or whisk until smooth and frothy, creating a liquid egg batter. Dip the flour-coated beef slices into the egg batter, ensuring they are fully coated on both sides. This egg coating adds richness and helps the Jeon brown beautifully.
Step 6
Now it’s time to pan-fry. Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Carefully place the egg-coated beef slices into the hot pan. Fry one side until golden brown and then flip to cook the other side until equally golden and cooked through. Once both sides are beautifully browned, your tender and savory Beef Jeon is ready! Enjoy it while it’s warm.
