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Korean Ground Beef Bowl

Korean Ground Beef Bowl
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This Korean Ground Beef Bowl is a quick, flavorful, and protein-packed meal perfect for busy nights. Featuring simple pantry ingredients combined with bold Korean-inspired seasonings, it delivers savory, sweet, and umami flavors in under 20 minutes. Serve it over steamed rice and garnish with fresh green onions for a comforting and satisfying dish that’s easily customizable to your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juicy, flavorful results)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 4 cups cooked steamed rice (white or brown)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Start by mincing the garlic and grating fresh ginger. Chop the green onions and have your rice cooked and ready to serve. Having everything prepped makes the cooking process quick and seamless.
  2. Cook the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Break it apart with a spatula, cooking until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add the aromatics and seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes, mixing well to coat the beef evenly. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
  4. Assemble the bowl: Serve the savory Korean Ground Beef mixture over a bed of steamed rice. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and add any optional garnishes, like toasted sesame seeds or a fried egg, for an extra special touch.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for brighter, more vibrant flavor.
  • Don’t skip the brown sugar; it balances the salty soy sauce and rounds out the flavors.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes gradually to control the spice level.
  • Brown the beef well to achieve a caramelized crust for enhanced richness.
  • Serve immediately over hot, fluffy rice to keep the bowl comforting and warm.

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