Korean Beef Bowls

Sweet and savory ground beef served over rice with Asian flavors. A quick and delicious dinner inspired by Korean bulgogi, ready in 20 minutes.

Prep
8 min
Cook
12 min
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
Korean
  • korean
  • beef
  • rice-bowl
  • asian
  • quick
  • sweet-savory
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1lbGround beef
  • 3cupsCooked rice
  • 0.33cupSoy sauce
  • 3tbspBrown sugar
  • 1tbspSesame oil
  • 4clovesGarlic, minced
  • 1tbspFresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4tspRed pepper flakes
  • 4stalksGreen onions, sliced
  • 1tbspSesame seeds
  • 1tbspVegetable oil
  • 2carrotsCarrots, julienned(optional)
  • 1cucumberCucumber, sliced(optional)

Nutrition

Calories

420

105 per serving

Protein

26g

52% DV

Fat

16g

23% DV

Carbs

42g

14% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein25%
Fat34%
Carbs40%
Fiber
1g
Sodium
920mg

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

  2. 2

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes.

    6m
  4. 4

    Drain excess fat if needed.

  5. 5

    Add the soy sauce mixture to the beef and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

    3m
  6. 6

    Divide rice among bowls.

  7. 7

    Top with beef mixture, green onions, sesame seeds, and vegetables if using.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately.