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Korean Pot Roast

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Korean Pot Roast for Cozy Family Dinners

This Korean Pot Roast transforms a simple dinner into a comforting family feast with tender, flavorful beef simmered in a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast Ask your butcher to pre-cut it into 3-inch pieces.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt For seasoning the beef.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil For searing the beef.
  • 1 large Sweet Onion Yellow onion is a suitable substitute.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Freshly minced garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated for a warm, spicy undertone.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Paste For heat and umami.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar For balancing savory elements.
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 cups Beef Stock Homemade or store-bought.
For Garnish and Serving
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro For garnishing.
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice To serve with the pot roast.
  • 2 cups Kimchi Traditional Korean side dish.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) with the rack positioned in the lower third.
  2. Pat the chuck roast pieces dry with paper towels and season generously with kosher salt.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven and sear the beef for 10 minutes until browned.
  4. Reduce heat, add sliced sweet onion and cook for 4 minutes, then stir in garlic and ginger for 1 more minute.
  5. Mix in gochujang paste, brown sugar, and soy sauce, stirring for 1 minute to combine flavors.
  6. Return the browned beef to the Dutch oven, pour in beef stock, and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Cover and transfer to the oven, braising for 2 hours until the beef is tender.
  8. Remove from the oven, let rest for 10-15 minutes, then slice and serve garnished with cilantro, rice, and kimchi.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This Korean pot roast is designed to create an unforgettable family dinner experience full of warmth and flavor!

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