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Korean Style Pot Roast

Savory Korean Style Pot Roast That Will Warm Your Soul

Korean Style Pot Roast is a comforting dish that combines savory flavors and hearty comfort, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 625
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Brisket or short ribs can be a tasty alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt Essential for enhancing the flavors.
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil Can substitute with olive or canola oil.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Can swap for yellow or white onions.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Use fresh cloves for the best aroma.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used if fresh isn’t available.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Gochujang Substitute with chili sauce and miso paste if needed.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be used if brown is unavailable.
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can lighten the dish.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice White, brown, or cauliflower rice can be used.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley.
  • 1 cup Kimchi Enhances your meal with bold flavors.

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on each side for 4–5 minutes until browned.
  3. Remove the beef and sauté diced sweet onion, minced garlic, and fresh ginger in the pot for 3–4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Introduce gochujang, brown sugar, soy sauce, and beef broth. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Return the beef to the pot, cover it, and bake in the oven for 3–4 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Let the pot roast rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serve it over rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and a side of kimchi.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 625kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 50gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Adjust gochujang based on spice tolerance and consider adding vegetables like carrots or potatoes for a one-pot meal.

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