Description
This Korean ground beef bowl is a quick, flavor-packed meal made with seasoned beef, rice, and fresh veggies—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices or pickled radish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart, until browned.
- Drain excess fat, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
- Assemble bowls with warm rice, topped with the beef mixture.
- Garnish with green onions, shredded carrots, cucumber or pickled radish (if using), sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
- Top with a fried egg for added richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
