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Korean Ground Beef Bowl

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
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Korean-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

  • 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