Korean BBQ Nachos (Printer-friendly)

Crunchy chips layered with spicy marinated beef, melted cheese, and fresh veggies for vibrant, bold Korean BBQ taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ Gochujang Beef

01 - 10 oz flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
03 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
04 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
05 - 2 tsp sesame oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1 tsp rice vinegar
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Nachos

10 - 7 oz tortilla chips (about 1 large bag)
11 - 3.5 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 3.5 oz shredded Korean cheese blend (mozzarella-cheddar or pizza cheese)
13 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1 small carrot, julienned
15 - 1/2 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
16 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
17 - 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
18 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

→ Garnish

19 - 2 tbsp kimchi, chopped
20 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or shiso leaves, chopped
21 - 1 tbsp sriracha mayo or gochujang mayo (optional)
22 - Lime wedges (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Combine gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and black pepper in a bowl. Add the sliced beef and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
02 - Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) to preheat.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated beef in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Spread tortilla chips evenly. Sprinkle half the cheeses over the chips, distribute the cooked beef on top, then cover with the remaining cheese.
05 - Place the tray in the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
06 - Remove from the oven and scatter red onion, carrot, cucumber, scallions, red chili, and toasted sesame seeds evenly over the top.
07 - Top with chopped kimchi and herbs. Drizzle with sriracha or gochujang mayo if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like Korean BBQ but feels casual and shareable, so everyone crowds around the same plate.
  • The gochujang beef is so flavorful you'll find yourself sneaking extra bites straight from the baking tray.
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble it in minutes when guests arrive.
02 -
  • Don't marinate the beef longer than an hour or the acid in the vinegar and soy will start to break down the meat texture too much, making it mushy.
  • Add the fresh vegetables after baking, never before, or they'll wilt into the warm cheese and lose their crisp snap.
03 -
  • Dry your sliced vegetables well before serving or they'll release water and make the bottom chips soggy.
  • If you're cooking for a crowd, assemble everything on individual smaller trays instead of one giant one, so people can grab their own and the toppings stay fresh longer.
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