Here’s a simple and flavorful recipe for Korean Beef Bowls, featuring tender beef with a savory-sweet sauce, served over rice:
Korean Beef Bowls
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 2 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 inch ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste) or sriracha (optional for heat)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced (optional for crunch)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots (optional for extra texture)
Instructions:
- Cook the Ground Beef
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Make the Sauce
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with the beef, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar (or honey), rice vinegar, and gochujang (or sriracha if you like heat). Mix well to combine.
- Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Assemble the Bowls
- To serve, spoon the cooked rice into bowls. Top with the Korean beef mixture, making sure to distribute it evenly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, cucumber slices, and shredded carrots for added freshness and crunch.
- Serve
- Serve the Korean Beef Bowls warm and enjoy!
Tips:
- Make it Spicy: Adjust the amount of gochujang or sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Vegetables: You can also add sautéed spinach or steamed broccoli for more vegetables in the bowl.
- Serving Options: Serve the beef over quinoa, lettuce wraps, or a bed of mixed greens for a different twist.
These Korean Beef Bowls are quick, flavorful, and satisfying. Perfect for a weeknight meal!