Description
A quick and flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl with a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors served over rice, ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1/4 cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 green onions, chopped
Cooked rice (for serving)
Optional toppings: cucumber slices, steamed vegetables, kimchi
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked—about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1 to 2 minutes while stirring frequently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochujang, and black pepper. Pour this sauce over the cooked beef and stir to combine well.
- Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve the Korean ground beef over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Add optional toppings like cucumber slices, steamed vegetables, or kimchi if desired.
Notes
Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
Adjust gochujang to control the spice level or omit for milder flavor.
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of water or broth to maintain moisture.
Substitute ground turkey, chicken, tofu, or tempeh for different protein options.
Adding fresh vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas keeps the dish vibrant and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
