Korean Ground Beef Bowl
A delightful dish that captures the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with tender beef and vibrant vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Use high-quality ground beef for better flavor.
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
Vegetables and Garnish
- 2 cups cooked rice White, brown, or jasmine rice works well.
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For garnish.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add sesame oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Drain excess grease if necessary, and return the skillet to medium heat.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.
- Add the shredded carrots and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in chopped green onions.
Serving
- Serve the Korean ground beef over cooked rice, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
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Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep; you can scale up the recipe to serve more.