Description
This Korean Beef Bowl is a quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly twist on traditional Korean BBQ (bulgogi). Using ground beef instead of thinly sliced sirloin makes it faster to prepare without losing the savory, sweet, and spicy flavors. Serve it with rice, or customize it with vegetables or lettuce wraps for a wholesome, versatile meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ground ginger.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 3-5 minutes, crumbling the meat as it browns. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the soy sauce mixture and green onions. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes, until heated through.
- Serve the beef over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes