Korean Beef Bowl Recipe
A quick and flavorful Korean Beef Bowl made with ground beef, a rich sauce, and fresh garnishes. Perfect for weeknight meals and customizable with your favorite vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar, packed
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce, reduced sodium
- 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil
- ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, optional
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 2 Green Onions, thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon Sesame Seeds
Optional Add-ins
- Chopped bell peppers, shredded carrots, mushrooms, or broccoli florets These can enhance texture and nutrition.
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ground ginger. Set it aside for later use.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook while breaking it apart for about 3 to 5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Pour in the prepared sauce from the small bowl. Stir and let it simmer for about 2 minutes until it slightly thickens.
- Stir in most of the sliced green onions, mixing well to incorporate them into the beef.
- Serve the Korean beef over warm rice or cauliflower rice. Top with sesame seeds and reserved green onions.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the beef is broken apart while cooking for even browning.
- Adjust sauce sweetness to taste before adding to beef.
- Add vegetables after cooking garlic for better texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
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