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Korean Pot Roast

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

Delight in this Korean Pot Roast, a tender and flavorful dish perfect for cozy family nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast Use well-marbled cuts for tenderness.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste.
For the Savory Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Freshly grated is preferred.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves provide stronger taste.
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce or Tamari Low-sodium options help control saltiness.
  • 1/4 cup Gochujang Paste Use authentic Korean brands.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Adjust to taste for desired sweetness.
For Added Depth
  • 1 large Sweet Onion Yellow onion can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Necessary for searing the meat.
  • 1 cup Beef Stock Keeps the meat moist and flavorful.
Optional Vegetables
  • Carrots For added heartiness.
  • Potatoes For added heartiness.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Korean Pot Roast
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your Dutch oven.
  2. Pat the chuck roast dry and season with kosher salt on all sides.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in the Dutch oven and sear the roast until golden-brown on all sides.
  4. Sauté chopped sweet onion for 4 minutes until softened.
  5. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze the pot with beef stock, scraping up any brown bits.
  7. Stir in gochujang paste, brown sugar, and soy sauce until combined.
  8. Return the seared beef to the pot and add remaining beef stock.
  9. Cover and bake for about 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
  10. Allow the roast to rest before slicing, then serve with rice and kimchi.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy leftovers for up to four days; flavors improve over time. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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