Instructions

• Toast the sesame seeds: heat a dry skillet over medium heat, add 1 ½ Tablespoons sesame seeds in an even layer, and stir constantly for about 2 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer seeds to a plate to cool.
• Grind or mash the toasted sesame seeds until coarsely ground.
• Make the marinade: in a large zip-top bag or mixing bowl, combine the ground sesame seeds, ¼ cup chopped green onions, 3 crushed or minced cloves garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 1 Tablespoon sesame oil, ¼ cup soy sauce, and 3 Tablespoons sugar. Stir or seal the bag and massage to dissolve the sugar and mix evenly.
• Add the beef: put the 1 pound of very thinly sliced beef into the bag or bowl with the marinade, coat thoroughly, then seal or cover. Let the beef sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
• Cook the beef using one of these methods: a. Broil: spread the marinated beef in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil on high about 3 minutes per side, watching closely until browned. b. Skillet: heat a large nonstick or well‑seasoned skillet over medium-high until hot. Add the marinated beef in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
• Assemble bowls: place the 2 cups cooked rice into serving bowls. Top with the hot beef, sliced thin cucumber, 1 cup shredded carrots, and the 1 green onion sliced. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds (from step 1) over the bowls and serve immediately.