Korean Ground Beef Bowl
This Korean ground beef bowl is a quick and easy meal bursting with flavor. A perfect combination of lean beef, rice, and colorful vegetables makes it a healthy choice for any night!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium if you prefer)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- optional toppings: green onions, sesame seeds, shredded carrots, cucumber slices
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Break it up into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Drain any excess fat from the pan to keep the dish light and healthy.
- Add the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant and softened.
- Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well to coat the beef evenly.
- Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the cooked ground beef over a bed of rice and top with your choice of green onions, sesame seeds, carrots, or cucumber slices for extra crunch and color.