Delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe
Whip up this delicious Korean ground beef bowl recipe in no time! Made with simple ingredients like ground beef, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic, it’s the perfect quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly weeknight dinner. Enjoy the bold, sweet, and savory Korean-inspired flavors that pair perfectly with rice and fresh toppings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked rice (for serving)
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, shredded carrots, or cucumber slices
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir to combine with the beef. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the beef over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions and optional toppings like sesame seeds, shredded carrots, or cucumber slices.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps.
- Adjust sweetness and spice level to taste by modifying brown sugar and red pepper flakes.
- Add more vegetables like steamed broccoli or sautéed zucchini for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg