Description
This quick and flavorful Korean Beef and Rice Bowl recipe features savory ground beef cooked with garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Served over hot rice and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, it’s a perfect, fuss-free meal ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
- 4 cups hot cooked white or brown rice, divided
- Sliced green onion (optional)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef and Garlic: In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook and crumble the ground beef along with the minced garlic until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease from the pan to keep the dish lean.
- Add Flavors and Simmer: To the browned beef, add the light brown sugar, reduced-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients, then let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the hot cooked white or brown rice evenly among four bowls. Spoon the seasoned beef mixture over the rice. Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy a comforting Korean-inspired meal.
Notes
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Brown rice can be substituted for white rice for extra fiber and nutrients.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure soy sauce is tamari or gluten-free.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat easily.
