Korean Ground Beef Bowl

Get ready to spice up your dinner with this delicious Spicy Savory Korean Ground Beef Bowl! Made with savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, ginger, and a perfect blend of soy sauce and gochujang, this dish is packed with flavor. Serve it over your choice of rice and top with sesame seeds and green onion for an extra kick. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it's an easy and satisfying meal that the whole family will love! Enjoy the balance of spicy, sweet, and umami in every bite.

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Ingredients

1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20 for flavor)

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

¼ cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili paste)

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sesame seeds

1 green onion, finely chopped (for garnish)

2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)

Optional: Sautéed vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots)

Instructions

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until it is browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, and rice vinegar until well combined.

Combine Ingredients: Pour the sauce over the cooked beef, stirring to coat evenly. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes so the flavors meld and the sauce thickens slightly.

Serve: Divide the cooked rice into bowls and top with the ground beef mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with chopped green onion. Add sautéed vegetables on the side if desired.

Enjoy: Dive into your flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl, savoring the spicy-sweet umami flavors with each bite!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4