Korean Ground Beef Bowl
Looking for a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love? This Korean Ground Beef Bowl is your perfect solution! In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting dish packed with flavors that will impress everyone at the dinner table. The harmonious blend of savory soy sauce, sweet brown sugar, and aromatic sesame oil envelops tender ground beef for a satisfying bite every time. Plus, it’s highly customizable—add your favorite vegetables or switch up the protein for a personal touch. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- Optional: 1 cup broccoli florets
- To serve: 2 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Drain excess fat if needed and add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil; stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
- Add broccoli florets if using; cook until tender (3–4 minutes).
- Prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Serve beef mixture over rice and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg