Description
A quick and easy Korean Ground Beef Bowl that combines savory, sweet, and umami flavors with simple pantry staples. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and offers a versatile, kid-friendly meal that can be served over rice, noodles, or wrapped in lettuce. Enjoy a restaurant-quality Korean dish at home with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients. Mince garlic, grate fresh ginger, and thinly slice green onions. Have cooked rice ready or start cooking it while you prepare the beef.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if desired for a leaner dish.
- Add Flavorful Ingredients: Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to the browned beef. Mix well and let simmer for 3 to 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle the thinly sliced green onions on top. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding a pinch more sugar or soy sauce.
- Serve Over Rice: Spoon the savory beef mixture generously over warm cooked rice. Optionally, add toppings like kimchi, sesame seeds, or a fried egg for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and ginger instead of powders for best flavor.
- Taste as you cook and adjust sweet and salty elements to your preference.
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce grease and keep the dish lighter.
- Do not overcook the beef; cook just until browned for tenderness.
- Let the beef rest off the heat for a few minutes so flavors deepen.
- Serve immediately for optimal taste or reheat well for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Korean ground beef, quick dinner, easy Korean recipe, weeknight meal, savory beef bowl, gluten-free Korean food, family-friendly Korean recipe
