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Beef Korean Bowl
Carolina Gomez

Beef Korean Bowl

Quick and flavorful, this Beef Korean Bowl combines savory Korean BBQ-style beef with a sweet, spicy sauce. It's customizable with various toppings and sides.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 teaspoons gochujang Korean red chili paste
  • Cooked rice for serving
  • Chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds for garnishing

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up.
  2. Drain excess fat and stir in garlic, ginger, and green onions. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, light brown sugar, rice vinegar, and gochujang.
  4. Pour the sauce over the beef and stir well. Add crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  5. Simmer for a few minutes to coat the beef with the sauce.
  6. Serve over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Add sriracha if desired.

Notes

Nutrition Facts:
  • Calories: 290-300 per serving
  • Carbs: 47%-50%
  • Fat: 25%-30% (10g total fat)
  • Protein: 20%-28% (providing 36% of Daily Value)
  • Sodium: Present but can be adjusted
  • Cholesterol: Present in protein-rich meals
  • Potassium: 9% of Daily Value
  • Fiber: 18%-21%
  • Iron: Supports blood health