Korean Ground Beef Bowl
Korean Ground Beef Bowl is a quick and satisfying meal that brings vibrant Korean flavors to your kitchen. This dish features tender ground beef sautéed in a savory-sweet sauce, served over fluffy rice and topped with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this bowl promises a comforting yet exciting culinary experience that will delight your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about five minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if needed, then stir in garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Cook for an additional two minutes until well combined.
- Serve cooked rice in bowls, topped with the beef mixture.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with crumbled tofu or tempeh. - Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for added nutrition and color. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on the stovetop.