Korean Beef Bowl

Korean Beef Bowl

6 servings
Looking for a way to use ground beef that is out of the norm?  This Korean Inspired Ground Beef Bowl is the perfect quick-fix! It's an easy 30-Minute family dinner full of flavor. The garlic, ginger, sesame, and soy sauce bring a pop of Asian spices to your beef that's unmatched. Serve over a steaming bowl of rice for a traditional Korean comfort dish.

Ingredients

  • lean ground beef
    1 ½ lb
  • sesame seed oil
    1 ½ tbsp
  • garlic)

    (minced

    4 cloves
  • water
    ¼ c
  • brown sugar
    ½ c
  • lite soy sauce
    ¼ c
  • ground ginger
    ½ tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • black pepper
    1 tsp
  • crushed red pepper
    ¼ tsp
  • corn starch
    2 tbsp
  • green onions)

    (thinly sliced

    4
  • jasmine rice
    2 c
  • water
    4 c
  • salt
    ¼ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium pot over medium-high heat, add jasmine rice and water. Bring to a boil and add in salt. Lower to a simmer and cover. Cook until the water is absorbed, about 18 minutes

  2. 2

    Add water, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and corn starch in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk together until well combined and set aside.

  3. 3

    While rice is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once at temperature, add sesame seed oil and garlic. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add ground beef and cook until completely browned. About 4-5 minutes; remove from heat and drain off excess fat.

  4. 4

    Add back to heat and stir in soy sauce mixture to your skillet and continue to cook, stirring until the sauce thickens. About 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve Immediately over rice and garnish with green onions. Enjoy!

Korean Beef Bowl

Korean Beef Bowl

20 min6 servings699 cal

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About this Recipe

Are you searching for exciting new ground beef dinner ideas that break the weeknight rut? This easy Korean Inspired Ground Beef Bowl is your perfect quick-fix, delivering vibrant, authentic flavors right to your table in a flash.

What makes this Korean Beef Bowl truly special is its incredible depth of flavor, achieved with a harmonious blend of garlic, ginger, sesame, and soy sauce. These Asian spices infuse the lean ground beef with an unmatched savory-sweet profile, transforming a simple ingredient into a truly satisfying family dinner.

Prepare for a taste explosion with every spoonful of this Korean Beef Bowl. You'll experience the rich, savory umami notes from the lite soy sauce, beautifully balanced by the subtle sweetness of brown sugar and the aromatic warmth of fresh garlic and ground ginger. The lean ground beef is cooked until tender and coated in this glistening, flavorful sauce, while the crushed red pepper adds just a hint of gentle heat, awakening your palate without overpowering the delicate nutty undertones of sesame oil. Served over a steaming bowl of fluffy jasmine rice, the combination creates a truly comforting and incredibly satisfying meal that feels like a traditional Korean dish.

While the flavors in this Korean Beef Bowl are perfectly balanced as is, you have options to tailor it to your preferences. For those who enjoy more heat, you can easily increase the amount of crushed red pepper. If you're mindful of sodium, adjusting the quantity of lite soy sauce or using a low-sodium version can help. Although jasmine rice is specified, feel free to experiment with other rice varieties like short-grain or brown rice for a different texture.

This Korean Inspired Ground Beef Bowl is an ideal choice for a busy family dinner, offering a taste of comforting Korean cuisine without the fuss. Serve it generously over fluffy jasmine rice, garnished with plenty of fresh, thinly sliced green onions for a pop of color and herbaceous freshness that brightens every bite.

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