Korean Ground Beef Bowl
A comforting, flavor-packed dish that combines savory ground beef with a sweet-savory sauce, crisp-tender vegetables, and fluffy rice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Beef and Sauce Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef (85% lean or leaner) for less fat.
- ¼ cup soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce is a great choice.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar Adjust amount based on desired sweetness.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon ginger, minced
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets Tip: Swap in seasonal vegetables as desired.
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 whole bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice Use freshly cooked or leftover rice.
- 2 whole green onions, sliced For garnish.
- to taste sesame seeds for garnish Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook 2 cups of rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
- Wash and chop the broccoli, shred the carrots, and slice the bell pepper. Pat ingredients dry.
Cook Beef
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat if desired or leave it for more flavor.
Make Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
- Pour the sauce over the browned beef and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water, stir it in, and cook for another minute.
Add Vegetables
- Add broccoli, shredded carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir to coat in the sauce and cook until tender-crisp, about 5–7 minutes.
Serve
- Spoon cooked rice into bowls, top with the beef and vegetable mixture, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Optionally, squeeze lemon or lime juice over the top or drizzle with toasted sesame oil.
Notes
For meal prep, layer ingredients with rice on the bottom. Consider variations like using ground turkey or making it vegetarian with tofu.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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