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Easy Korean Beef Bowl

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  • Author: quickdish
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A delightful celebration of Korean flavors featuring savory ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a spicy-sweet sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups cooked white rice or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrot, julienned
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 fresh red chili, sliced thin (optional)
  • Kimchi for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it apart as it cooks for about 4-5 minutes until browned.
  3. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and black pepper; mix thoroughly and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and divide cooked rice or cauliflower rice into bowls, topping each with the beef mixture.
  6. Crown with cucumber, carrot, green onions, sesame seeds, and optional chili or kimchi. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The beef mixture can be frozen for up to one month.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg