Korean-style Sauteed Beef with Bean Sprouts and Cabbage

Korean-style Sauteed Beef with Bean Sprouts and Cabbage

So quick and easy to make this Korean-style Sauteed Beef with Bean Sprouts and Cabbage is perfect for busy weeknights! You'll love the sweet and savory flavors which makes this dish so pleasing to the palate!

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

    ), (if doing Paleo, replace with Coconut Aminos or wheat-free soy sauce for gluten-free diets

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh ginger

    grated

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic

    peeled and minced

  • 1 cup carrots

    julienned or shredded

  • 2 cups cabbage

    shredded or coarsely chopped

  • 1 pack bean sprouts

    ), (about 3 cups

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine the seasoning sauce (soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil and fresh ginger). We love ginger so we use the full 3 tablespoons but adjust it to your taste. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In medium heat, cook the ground beef in a skillet or wok until the meat changes its color. No need to add oil if your beef is 80/20 or has a little bit of fat. Add the minced garlic and continue to cook until the beef is deep-brown in color and crunchy.

  3. 3

    Increase the heat, add the carrots and saute for about 1 minute. Add the cabbage and bean sprouts and cook for another minute.

  4. 4

    Pour all the sauce into the beef and veggie mixture and mix well. Cook just until everything is heated through - another minute or so. Serve immediately on top of rice.

Korean-style Sauteed Beef with Bean Sprouts and Cabbage

Korean-style Sauteed Beef with Bean Sprouts and Cabbage

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful meal that comes together in a flash? This Korean-style Sauteed Beef with Bean Sprouts and Cabbage is your answer for those busy weeknights when you want something satisfying and delicious.

What makes this dish a true winner is its incredible speed and ease—perfectly designed for quick weeknight cooking. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you'll create a meal bursting with irresistible sweet and savory notes that are wonderfully pleasing to the palate.

Get ready for a delightful harmony of textures and tastes. You'll savor tender, savory ground beef mingling with crisp, fresh bean sprouts and slightly softened, sweet cabbage. The aromatic blend of fresh ginger, garlic, and rich sesame oil creates a deeply satisfying flavor profile that's both comforting and exciting. This quick sauté delivers a robust, well-balanced meal that feels much more elaborate than its simple preparation suggests. This dish can also be made naturally gluten-free or Paleo-friendly by choosing the suggested soy sauce alternatives.

To accommodate different dietary needs, you can easily swap the traditional soy sauce. For those following a Paleo diet, Coconut Aminos is an excellent replacement, offering a similar umami depth. If you're managing a gluten-free diet, opt for wheat-free soy sauce to ensure this delicious Korean-style sauté fits your requirements without sacrificing flavor.

This quick and flavorful sauté is ideal for a busy weeknight dinner, offering a complete meal. Serve it simply on its own, or alongside a bowl of steamed rice to soak up all the delicious, sweet and savory juices for an even more satisfying experience.

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