Korean Ground Beef Bowl (Print Version)

Savory gochujang beef over rice with fresh vegetables, kimchi, and sesame seeds. A quick 30-minute meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Beef

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 2 tablespoons gochujang
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ For the Bowl

09 - 4 cups cooked short-grain rice
10 - 1 cup cooked shelled edamame
11 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup carrot, julienned
13 - 1 cup kimchi, chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef and cook while breaking up with a spatula until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef evenly.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in half of the sliced green onions.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each with seasoned beef, edamame, cucumber, carrot, and kimchi.
06 - Sprinkle with remaining green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Flavorful and Quick: Savory beef and fresh veggies come together in only 30 minutes.
  • Nutritious: Packed with protein and a variety of colorful vegetables like carrots and cucumbers.
  • Dairy-Free: A naturally dairy-free main dish that doesn't compromise on richness.
02 -
  • Browning: Let the ground beef brown properly to develop deep umami flavors before adding the sauce.
  • Garnish: Don't skip the toasted sesame seeds; they add a subtle nutty aroma and professional finish.
  • Rice Choice: Use short-grain rice for a more authentic, slightly sticky texture that holds the beef and vegetables well.
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