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Quick Savory Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls

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A fast and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef rice bowl recipe ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 3 cups (720 ml) cooked white or brown rice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • Optional vegetables: shredded carrots or steamed broccoli

Instructions

  1. Cook 3 cups of white or brown rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice.
  2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is smooth.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked beef in the skillet. Stir well to coat evenly. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 2-3 minutes until flavors meld and sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Prepare optional vegetables like shredded carrots or steamed broccoli while beef simmers.
  6. Spoon warm rice into bowls, top with the Korean ground beef mixture, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
  7. Optionally drizzle extra sesame oil or squeeze lime over the bowls before serving. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Freshly grate ginger and mince garlic for best flavor. Avoid overcooking beef to keep it tender and juicy. Leftover rice works best as it is drier. Adjust gochujang amount to control spice level. Optional vegetables add color and nutrients. Store beef and rice separately for best texture when reheating.

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Keywords: Korean ground beef, quick dinner, rice bowl, gochujang, easy weeknight meal, savory beef bowl

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