Korean Beef Bowls are a quick, flavorful dish with savory-sweet ground beef served over rice and topped with fresh garnishes. Here’s an easy recipe to make it at home:
Korean Beef Bowls Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste) or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Cooked white or brown rice, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Optional: shredded carrots, cucumber slices, or kimchi for extra toppings
Instructions:
- Cook the ground beef:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary. - Add garlic and onion:
If using onions, add them to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. - Make the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, gochujang (or red pepper flakes), and ginger. Pour this sauce over the cooked beef and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. - Assemble the bowls:
Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls. Spoon the Korean beef mixture on top. - Garnish and serve:
Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. For added texture and freshness, serve with optional toppings like shredded carrots, cucumber slices, or kimchi.
Enjoy your flavorful Korean Beef Bowls, a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights!