Description
A comforting Korean Ground Beef Bowl featuring caramelized onions, a soy-sesame glaze, and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 4 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or a seasonal grain)
- Optional: steamed vegetables (carrots, spinach, kimchi)
Instructions
- Prep and measure: Get all ingredients ready first — it helps the cooking move quickly and keeps flavors bright.
- Cook the beef: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté aromatics: Push the beef to the side and add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion softens, about 3–4 minutes, then stir into the meat.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce into the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
- Finish and assemble: Stir in green onions and sesame seeds, taste, and adjust seasoning. Serve hot over rice with your favorite steamed vegetables and a sprinkle of extra sesame seeds.
Notes
Use fresh aromatics for the best flavor. Don’t overcrowd the pan for better browning. Adjust sweetness and salt as needed based on soy sauce type.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean