Sweet & Savory Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe
A sweet-and-savory Korean-style beef bowl made with ground beef, garlic, ginger, and a sticky soy glaze—served over rice and topped with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2–3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rice and keep warm.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Add ground beef and cook until browned, 6–8 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook 1–2 minutes.
- Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil. Pour into skillet.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve over rice. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Use tamari for gluten-free. Add veggies or a fried egg for a full meal. Adjust sugar and chili to taste.