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Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowls Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium is fine)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced (or ½ teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1-2 tablespoon gochujang (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. What toppings can I add to the Korean Ground Beef Bowls? Popular toppings include sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, kimchi, and additional green onions or sesame seeds.
  2. sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, kimchi
  3. Cook the Beef:In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Prepare the Sauce:In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, gochujang, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
  5. Combine and Simmer:Pour the sauce over the cooked ground beef. Stir to coat the beef evenly with the sauce. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. Serve:Spoon the beef over a bowl of cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Add optional toppings like sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, or kimchi for extra flavor and crunch.
  7. Consider adding vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas to the skillet when cooking the beef for extra nutrition and texture.
  8. This recipe is great for meal prepping. Store the beef and rice in separate containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat and assemble when ready to eat.