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A delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Best Korean Ground Beef Bowls

A flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring savory ground beef, a delicious Korean-inspired sauce, and fresh toppings served over rice. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dish
  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Ginger grated
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang optional, for spice
  • 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 Green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 4 cups Cooked rice for serving
  • 1 Carrots shredded, for topping
  • 1/2 Cucumber sliced, for topping

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart as it cooks, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang (if using), rice vinegar, water, and sesame oil.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked beef and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the beef.
  5. Divide cooked rice among bowls and top with the Korean ground beef. Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, shredded carrots, and cucumber slices.

Notes

For a healthier option, serve over cauliflower rice or with a side of steamed vegetables. Adjust gochujang to your preferred spice level.