Quick & Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowl – Sweet, Savory & Weeknight-Ready
A quick, sweet-and-savory Korean ground beef bowl made with bold garlic-ginger flavor and served over rice with customizable toppings — a 20-minute dinner hero.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2–3 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tsp rice vinegar
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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3 cups cooked rice
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Green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
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Optional: shredded carrots, cucumber, kimchi, fried egg
Instructions
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Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
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Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain fat.
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Add garlic and ginger. Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Serve over rice with toppings and garnishes.
Notes
Use cauliflower rice for low-carb. Swap beef for turkey or plant-based crumbles. Customize with extra veggies or sauces.