Description
This Korean Ground Beef Bowl is a simple, flavor-packed dish you can make in just 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s made with ground beef cooked in a savory-sweet sauce, served over rice, and topped with fresh vegetables and sesame seeds. Easily customizable and great for meal prep!
Ingredients
For the Beef:
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1 pound ground beef (80/20)
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ginger, minced
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2 green onions, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
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Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
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Cooked rice (jasmine, basmati, or brown rice)
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Optional toppings: sesame seeds, sliced cucumber, kimchi, pickled vegetables, fried egg
Optional Add-ins:
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Vegetables: Bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, spinach
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Proteins: Ground turkey or chicken
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Spicy Kick: Sriracha or gochujang
Instructions
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Cook the Rice:
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Rinse 1 cup of rice. Combine with 2 cups of water in a pot. Boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff before serving.
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Cook the Beef:
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Assemble the Bowl:
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Spoon rice into bowls. Top with beef mixture.
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Add desired toppings and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
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Serve & Enjoy:
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Serve hot and mix everything together before eating.
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Notes
- For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice.
- For extra flavor, toast sesame seeds before adding.
- Adjust spice level with sriracha or gochujang to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired