Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowls
Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowls are a scrumptious and satisfying weeknight meal that brings together savory ground beef, a sweet and tangy sauce, and fluffy rice. This dish is quick to prepare, taking only about 30 minutes from start to finish. It’s perfect for busy evenings while still delivering bold flavors and vibrant colors. Customize your bowl with fresh vegetables or toppings to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked. Break up any clumps.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce and brown sugar; mix well until combined and sugar is dissolved.
- While the beef cooks, prepare rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice.
- Serve rice in bowls topped with the beef mixture; garnish with green onions and drizzle with sesame oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, mix in bell peppers or snap peas. - Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or tofu for a different flavor profile. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.