Description
A delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl topped with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 cup shredded carrots (optional topping)
- 1 cup steamed broccoli (optional topping)
- 1 cucumber, sliced (optional topping)
- 1 fried egg (optional topping)
Instructions
- Cook the rice – Start by cooking your rice according to package instructions. Fresh, fluffy rice is the base of a great Korean Ground Beef Bowl, and its mild flavor perfectly balances the bold sauce.
- Brown the beef – Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. The sizzling sound and rich aroma are the first signs that dinner is coming together. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add garlic and seasoning – Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes. The sauce will quickly coat the beef and create that glossy, savory mixture that makes a Korean Ground Beef Bowl so irresistible.
- Simmer the sauce – Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes. This allows the flavors to blend and the sauce to slightly thicken. Your kitchen will start to smell amazing at this point.
- Assemble the bowls – Scoop warm rice into serving bowls. Spoon the flavorful beef mixture over the top. Add sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and any vegetables you like. Many people enjoy adding crunchy carrots or a fried egg for extra richness. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Korean Ground Beef Bowl.
Notes
- This dish is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables.
- For a spicier version, add more crushed red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg