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Easy Flavor-Packed Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe for Quick Dinners

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A quick and satisfying Korean ground beef bowl recipe that combines simple ingredients like ground beef, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil for a flavorful weeknight dinner ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (naturally brewed recommended)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 4 cups (900 g) cooked white or brown rice (jasmine preferred)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your rice by cooking 4 cups (900 g) according to package instructions, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the beef and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef. Stir well and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
  6. Stir in 2 sliced green onions, then remove from heat.
  7. Assemble bowls by scooping cooked rice into bowls and topping generously with the Korean ground beef mixture. Garnish with sesame seeds and optional cucumber slices.

Notes

Do not rush the browning step to develop a good sear on the beef for deeper flavor. If sauce dries out before thickening, add a splash of water or beef broth. Grate ginger finely for even warmth. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and freeze well. Reheat gently in a skillet to preserve flavor and texture.

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