Flavor-Packed Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe
A quick and savory Korean-inspired ground beef bowl served over rice with fresh vegetables, sweet and salty sauce, and sesame-garlic flavor. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85–90% lean)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups cooked rice (or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Kimchi or pickled onions, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rice or preferred base and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- In a skillet, brown the beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add sauce to beef. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened. Stir in sesame oil.
- Assemble bowls: rice, beef, veggies, and garnishes. Serve warm.
Notes
Double sauce for extra flavor. Add a fried egg for richness. Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days.