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Korean Style Pot Roast

Savory Korean Style Pot Roast for Heartwarming Family Meals

This Korean Style Pot Roast showcases savory flavors that turn any family meal into a heartwarming celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 to 4 pounds Beef chuck roast Perfect for slow cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For searing the meat.
For the Flavorful Broth
  • 1 large Onion, sliced Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses the roast with flavor.
  • 3 cups Beef broth Rich base for the sauce.
  • ½ cup Soy sauce Essential for umami flavor.
  • ¼ cup Brown sugar Balances savory notes.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Adds acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean chili paste for kick.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil For nutty flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Adds warmth.
For the Vegetables
  • 3 to 4 medium Carrots, cut into chunks Adds nutrients and sweetness.
  • 4 to 5 Potatoes, peeled and quartered Hearty and comforting.
  • 8 to 10 Shiitake mushrooms, sliced Earthy flavor.
For Garnish
  • 2 Green onions, chopped Adds freshness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds For crunch.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the beef chuck roast on all sides for 3 to 4 minutes until browned, then remove it.
  3. In the same pot, sauté sliced onion and minced garlic for 2 to 3 minutes until soft.
  4. Stir in beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochujang, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Mix well.
  5. Return the seared beef to the pot, ensuring it's submerged in the broth, then close the lid.
  6. Add carrots, potatoes, and shiitake mushrooms around the roast, evenly distributing them.
  7. Cover and roast in the oven for 3 to 4 hours, checking for doneness at 3 hours.
  8. Remove the pot from the oven, transfer the beef to a platter, and arrange the vegetables around it.
  9. Spoon remaining sauce from the pot over the beef and vegetables before serving.
  10. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow the roast to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing to lock in juices.

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