Description
A savory and comforting Korean-inspired ground beef bowl featuring bold sweet-and-salty flavors, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (choose quality beef)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 3 tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Cooked rice or grain of choice, for serving
- Quick pickles or roasted seasonal vegetables for topping
Instructions
- Prep your bases: Cook rice or your chosen grain so it’s ready when the beef finishes.
- Brown the beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil, then the ground beef. Break into pieces and cook until no longer pink.
- Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make the sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly reduces and coats the beef.
- Finish: Remove from heat, stir in sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Assemble bowls: Spoon rice into bowls, top with the beef mixture, and add pickles, roasted squash, or quick kimchi for fall color.
Notes
Use a hot skillet for best browning. Adjust sweet, salty, and tangy to your taste. Store beef separate from rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean