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Easy Flavor-Packed Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe for Quick Healthy Dinners

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A quick and easy Korean ground beef bowl bursting with sweet, salty, and mildly spicy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable with your favorite veggies or protein.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • About 4 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or short grain preferred)
  • Optional veggies: shredded carrots, steamed broccoli, snap peas
  • Optional: fried egg or sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook about 4 cups (600 grams) of white rice according to package instructions or in a rice cooker. Fluff and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook 6-8 minutes until no longer pink and browned.
  4. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the beef and cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef. Stir well to coat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. If using, add quick-cooking veggies like shredded carrots or snap peas and cook 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  7. Spoon beef mixture over bowls of rice. Garnish with sliced green onions. Optionally top with a fried egg or sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

If sauce is too salty, add a splash of water to mellow it. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For a crispier texture, finish beef under broiler briefly. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Can substitute ground turkey or chicken for leaner option. Use tamari for gluten-free version. Add fried egg or sesame seeds for garnish.

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