Description
This Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowl recipe offers a quick, savory, and slightly sweet dish perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Ground beef is cooked with garlic and seasoned with a flavorful sauce made from brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and chili flakes, then served over hot rice and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for an authentic touch.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef 90% lean
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
To Serve
- 2 cups hot cooked white or brown rice
- Sliced green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and minced garlic. Break the beef into crumbles and cook until no longer pink, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, reduced-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, crushed red pepper flakes, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked ground beef in the skillet. Stir well to coat the beef evenly. Let it simmer together for 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Spoon the flavorful ground beef mixture over hot cooked white or brown rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder dish.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the salt content.
- Fresh ginger can be used instead of ground ginger, about 1/2 teaspoon grated.
- Make it a complete meal by adding steamed or stir-fried vegetables on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
