This quick and flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl combines savory ground beef with a sweet and spicy sauce, served over a bed of warm rice. It's a comforting and satisfying dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
1 lb lean ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups hot cooked white or brown rice
Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Cook the Ground Beef:
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and minced garlic over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles until no longer pink.
Drain any excess grease.
Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Combine Beef and Sauce:
Pour the sauce over the cooked ground beef in the skillet.
Simmer for 1–2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the beef evenly.
Serve:
Spoon the beef mixture over the hot cooked rice.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Calories: Approximately 238 kcal
Protein: 25 g
Fat: 8 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 610 mg