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A close-up of a Korean Ground Beef Bowl served over white rice, topped with fresh scallions and sesame seeds.

Korean Ground Beef Bowl

This Korean Ground Beef Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy families. It brings a taste of Korean cuisine to your dinner table without requiring hours in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes or more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
For the Beef
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
For Serving
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ginger.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the soy sauce mixture and green onions until well combined. Allow to simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with green onion and sesame seeds, if desired.

Notes

This recipe is a personal favorite, inspired by a love for Korean cuisine discovered in college. It's a simple way to bring bold flavors to your family's table, creating a satisfying meal that’s ready in minutes.

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