Description
This Korean Ground Beef Bowl is a quick and easy 20-minute meal packed with savory, slightly sweet flavors. Made with ground beef, garlic, ginger, and a rich soy-based sauce, this dish is served over fluffy rice for the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's budget-friendly, customizable, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Drain excess grease and add garlic and ginger. Stir and cook for about a minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce over the beef and stir well, allowing it to simmer for a few minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in sliced green onions.
- Serve the beef over cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Make it spicier by adding more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
- Low-carb version: Swap white rice for cauliflower rice.
