Tender, slow-braised beef infused with Korean flavors like soy sauce, gochujang, garlic, and sesame oil. A bold, comforting twist on traditional pot roast.
3–4 lb beef chuck roast
1 large onion, sliced
3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp gochujang
2 tbsp brown sugar or grated pear
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 cups beef broth or water
1 cup daikon radish, peeled and chopped (optional)
1 tbsp cooking oil (for searing)
Optional: Marinate beef overnight with soy sauce, gochujang, sugar, garlic, and ginger.
Sear beef in oil until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté onions and carrots until softened. Add garlic and ginger.
Deglaze with a splash of broth. Stir in soy sauce, gochujang, sugar, sesame oil, and remaining broth.
Return beef to pot. Bring to a simmer.
Cover and braise in a 325°F oven for 3–3½ hours until tender.
Add daikon during the last 45 minutes.
Rest meat before slicing. Skim fat and reduce sauce if desired.
Can be made in a slow cooker or pressure cooker.
Serve with rice and kimchi.
Substitute daikon with potatoes or omit.