Description
Savory Korean ground beef bowl brings Seoul’s street flavors right to your kitchen, blending spicy, sweet, and umami notes. Fragrant rice topped with sizzling seasoned beef promises a quick, satisfying meal that transports you to bustling Korean markets with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef (85% lean recommended)
Main Seasonings:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) sriracha (or more for spice)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish and Serving:
- 2 cups (340 grams) cooked white rice (or brown rice)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 cup (150 grams) steamed broccoli or carrots (optional)
Instructions
- Sizzle the ground beef in a spacious skillet with sesame oil, methodically breaking apart the meat until it develops a rich, golden-brown color and releases its savory essence.
- Introduce minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring rapidly to awaken their aromatic profile and prevent burning.
- Craft a dynamic sauce by combining soy sauce, brown sugar, sriracha, and red pepper flakes, creating a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and umami flavors.
- Allow the sauce to gently simmer, encouraging the ingredients to intermingle and develop a deeply concentrated taste profile.
- Prepare a bed of fluffy rice in individual serving bowls, creating a warm foundation for the seasoned beef.
- Carefully transfer the fragrant beef mixture onto the rice, ensuring an even distribution of the savory meat.
- Elevate the dish’s visual and flavor complexity by garnishing with finely sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
- Optional: Complement the bowl with a side of steamed seasonal vegetables to enhance nutritional value and provide textural contrast.
- Serve immediately while the beef remains hot and the flavors are at their peak, inviting diners to mix and enjoy the vibrant Korean-inspired creation.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting sriracha and red pepper flakes for those with different spice tolerances.
- Use lean ground beef or swap with ground turkey for a lighter protein option that keeps the dish low-fat and nutritious.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to reduce cooking time, making this a perfect weeknight meal for busy individuals who want quick, flavorful dining.
- Consider gluten-free options by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce, ensuring those with dietary restrictions can enjoy this delicious Korean-inspired bowl.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg