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Korean Ground Beef Bowl

Savory Korean Ground Beef Bowl: Quick Comfort for Any Night

This Korean Ground Beef Bowl is a quick, customizable, and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef A lean option is best.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Optional.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium varieties work well.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can be swapped with honey.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Alternative: olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Optional.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Use white or brown rice.
  • 2 pieces Green Onions Sliced.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional.
  • Vegetables (Carrots, Cucumbers, Broccoli) Optional additions.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add minced garlic and optional ginger to the beef. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the beef. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and any additional vegetables you prefer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the dish by swapping ingredients based on your personal taste. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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