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Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowls Recipe

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A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef and rice bowl featuring a savory-sweet sauce with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, this recipe combines tender ground beef with fragrant spices, served over hot rice and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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Ground Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

To Serve

  • 2 cups hot cooked white or brown rice
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef and garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and minced garlic, breaking the meat into crumbles using a wooden spoon or spatula until it is no longer pink and fully cooked. Drain excess grease from the skillet to keep the dish lean.
  2. Prepare and add the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, reduced-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper until well combined. Pour this sauce mixture over the cooked ground beef in the skillet. Let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes so the flavors meld together and the sauce slightly thickens.
  3. Serve: Spoon the savory Korean ground beef over 2 cups of hot cooked white or brown rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful rice bowl.

Notes

  • You can substitute white rice with brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
  • Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
  • This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.

Keywords: Korean ground beef, rice bowl, quick dinner, easy weeknight meal, Korean beef recipe, sesame oil, brown sugar beef

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