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Flavorful Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowl

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A quick and easy Korean ground beef rice bowl recipe featuring savory, sweet, and umami flavors with garlic, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Perfect for weeknight dinners or quick lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (recommend Kikkoman)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional but recommended)
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced (separate whites and greens)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cooked white rice (preferably short-grain or jasmine)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds, sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, fried egg

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups (450g) of white rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to rice cooker or stovetop instructions (about 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. Mince garlic cloves and grate fresh ginger. Slice green onions thinly, separating whites and greens. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if desired.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and white parts of green onions. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, toasted sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle green parts of green onions on top. Stir gently.
  8. Assemble bowls by spooning warm rice and topping with the beef mixture. Add optional toppings as desired.

Notes

If beef seems dry, add a splash of water or broth while cooking to keep it juicy. Do not rush browning the beef as it develops much of the flavor. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best taste. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat. Optional toppings like fried egg add richness.

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Keywords: Korean ground beef, rice bowl, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, savory, sweet, umami, garlic, soy sauce

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