Korean Ground Beef Bowl
Try this quick and flavorful Korean ground beef bowl! A sweet and savory dish that’s easy to make and perfect for a fast, tasty dinner.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Korean-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked white rice for serving
- ¼ cup chopped green onions for garnish
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish
- 1 cup steamed vegetables optional, for serving
Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess grease.
Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Simmer: Pour the sauce into the skillet with the beef. Stir and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Serve: Spoon the beef over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed vegetables if desired.
Keyword Quick dinner, budget-friendly, Asian flavors, meal prep, weeknight meal