Description
This Korean Bulgogi Bolognese is a unique fusion of bold, smoky Korean flavors and hearty Italian Bolognese sauce. Ground beef is simmered with vegetables, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and scallions to create a rich, flavorful sauce. Served over egg pasta, it’s a dish that balances sweetness, saltiness, and umami perfectly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup finely chopped carrot
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 7 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons peeled minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 ounces white button mushrooms, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
- ¾ cup finely chopped scallions
- ¾ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup turbinado sugar
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 ounces dried egg pasta (tagliatelle or pappardelle)
- 2 tablespoons safflower or canola oil
- Freshly grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat the safflower or canola oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion, carrot, and celery, sautéing until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to darken slightly and deepen in flavor.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it browns. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked.
- Add the chopped mushrooms, soy sauce, turbinado sugar, and scallions. Stir well to combine and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld together. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, cook the egg pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the sauce is ready, toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well-coated.
- Serve with freshly grated Parmesan on top.
Notes
- You can substitute the soy sauce with a gluten-free version if needed.
- If you like a bit of heat, you can add red pepper flakes or gochujang (Korean chili paste) to the sauce.
- Feel free to use other types of pasta such as spaghetti or fettuccine if tagliatelle or pappardelle are unavailable.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean-Italian Fusion