Description
Korean ground beef bowl showcases savory flavors with tender meat, fluffy rice, and crisp vegetables. Rich layers of umami and spice deliver comfort and satisfaction that will transport home cooks to Seoul’s bustling street food scenes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground beef
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Base:
- 2 cups cooked rice
Garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Warm a large skillet to medium-high temperature, creating an ideal cooking environment for the ground beef.
- Crumble the ground beef into the hot skillet, allowing each fragment to develop a rich, caramelized exterior while breaking down the meat into uniform pieces.
- Once the beef transforms to a deep brown color and releases its natural juices, carefully eliminate any accumulated excess fat from the pan.
- Whisk together the flavor-enhancing combination of soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, aromatic sesame oil, and spicy red pepper flakes in a separate mixing vessel.
- Pour the vibrant sauce mixture directly over the sizzling beef, ensuring each morsel becomes thoroughly coated and infused with the complex flavor profile.
- Simmer the beef in the sauce for approximately 2-3 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld and create a glossy, concentrated glaze.
- Spread fluffy, steamed rice across serving plates as a foundational canvas for the spiced beef.
- Transfer the glistening beef atop the rice, creating an appetizing visual presentation.
- Garnish with delicately sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds to add fresh, nutty dimensions to the dish.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier dish that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
- Experiment with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a lighter protein option that works perfectly with the bold Korean-inspired sauce.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan before sprinkling to enhance their nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to the final presentation.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking and ensure the sauce and beef come together quickly for maximum flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 825 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1350 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg