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Easy Savory Korean Ground Beef Bowl

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A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef bowl perfect for busy weeknights, combining savory soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetness served over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (85% lean recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) naturally brewed soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (25 grams) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thin (separate white and green parts)
  • 3 cups cooked white or brown rice (from 1 1/2 cups uncooked rice)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook 1 1/2 cups (270 grams) uncooked rice according to package instructions to yield about 3 cups (540 grams) cooked. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. While rice cooks, mince garlic and grate fresh ginger. Slice green onions thinly, separating white and green parts.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break apart with a spatula. Cook 4-5 minutes until no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Drain excess fat if desired.
  4. Push beef to one side of the pan. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty side and sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Pour sauce over beef and stir to coat evenly.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly and beef is glossy and tender. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Stir in the white parts of green onions.
  8. Divide warm rice into bowls. Spoon beef mixture over rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green parts of green onions.

Notes

If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen. Avoid burning garlic to prevent bitterness. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Brown beef without rushing to develop caramelized crust. Adjust soy sauce and sugar to taste. Can substitute ground turkey or tofu for different dietary needs. Serve over cauliflower rice for low-carb option.

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