Description
A quick and comforting Korean Ground Beef Bowl that balances salty soy, toasty sesame, and fresh scallions for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- Soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- Brown sugar or honey
- Sesame oil (toasted for deeper flavor)
- 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- Red pepper flakes or gochujang (optional)
- Cooked rice (short-grain or jasmine)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Optional sides: kimchi, quick-pickled cucumbers, shredded carrots
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Cook until the beef browns and the fat renders, about 5-7 minutes.
- Push the beef to one side of the pan and add a splash of sesame oil, then mix in the garlic and ginger; sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and optional red pepper flakes or gochujang for heat.
- Let the sauce reduce slightly while coating the beef, tasting to adjust salt and sweetness.
- Fold in half of the sliced scallions and remove the skillet from heat.
- Plate warm rice in bowls, top with seasoned beef, and garnish with remaining scallions and sesame seeds.
- Serve with a soft fried egg and optional kimchi or quick-pickled cucumbers on the side.
Notes
For variations, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or tempeh for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Korean beef bowl, quick dinner, comfort food, easy recipe, family meal
