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Korean Beef Bowl Recipe

Korean Beef Bowl Recipe

5.3 from 15 reviews

This Korean Beef Bowl recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The savory and slightly sweet beef mixture is served over steamed rice, topped with green onions and sesame seeds for a delicious meal.

Ingredients

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For the sauce:

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes (or more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

For the beef:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ginger.
  2. Cook the beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
  3. Combine and simmer: Stir in the soy sauce mixture and green onions. Simmer until heated through.
  4. Serve: Garnish with additional green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice.

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Keywords: Korean Beef Bowl, Ground Beef Recipe, Easy Korean Recipe