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Delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl served with rice and vegetables

Korean Ground Beef Bowl

A quick and comforting Korean ground beef bowl topped with green onions and sesame oil, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or leaner) 80/20 gives more flavor; choose leaner for lower fat.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Or 1 teaspoon ground ginger in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium recommended.
  • 2 cups cooked rice White, brown, or short-grain.
  • 2 green onions, chopped White and green parts.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Optional, for finishing.
  • Sesame seeds For garnish, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and break it into pieces with a spatula. Cook until no pink remains, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Tilt the skillet carefully and pour off excess fat into a heatproof container. Return the pan to medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the browned beef. Cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not burned.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes so the flavors meld and the sauce slightly reduces. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Divide the hot rice between bowls. Spoon the beef mixture on top. Scatter chopped green onions, drizzle sesame oil if using, and sprinkle sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For vegetarian options, replace beef with crumbled firm tofu or chopped mushrooms and increase the soy sauce by a tablespoon for extra umami. This bowl stands well on its own but can be enhanced with a soft-fried egg or quick pickled cucumbers.

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