Description
A quick and flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl featuring savory ground beef cooked with garlic, ginger, and a sweet-savory soy sauce glaze, served over steamed rice and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. Perfect for a fast and delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional for thickening)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
To Serve
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain excess grease if needed to keep the dish from being too oily.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, which enhances the flavor of the beef mixture.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper. Pour the sauce over the beef and stir well to combine everything thoroughly.
- Thicken (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the beef mixture. Continue to cook for another minute until the sauce slightly thickens to your desired consistency.
- Finish & Serve: Stir in the sliced green onions and sesame seeds to finish the dish with fresh brightness and crunch. Serve the flavorful beef mixture over hot cooked white or brown rice. Optionally, garnish with shredded carrots or extra green onions for added texture and color.
Notes
- Drain the beef well if you want to reduce excess grease for a healthier option.
- Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes according to your spice preference or omit for a milder dish.
- Add shredded carrots or other fresh vegetables for extra nutrition and crunch.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed broccoli or a simple cucumber salad for a complete meal.
- Using brown rice adds more fiber and nutrients compared to white rice.
