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Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls with bulgogi sauce, jasmine rice, and fresh garnishes - CrennRecipes.com authentic 20-minute recipe

Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls: 20-Minute Easy Recipe


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  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Total Time: PT20M
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Quick and delicious Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls with authentic bulgogi flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, these bowls combine seasoned ground beef with fluffy rice and fresh toppings for the perfect weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

2 cups cooked jasmine rice

2 green onions, chopped

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

1 cup julienned carrots

1 cucumber, sliced

Kimchi for serving (optional)


Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat

2. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks (about 5-6 minutes)

3. Drain excess grease from the skillet

4. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant

5. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes

6. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and stir to combine

7. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef

8. Remove from heat and let cool slightly

9. Divide cooked rice between 4 bowls

10. Top each bowl with the Korean seasoned ground beef

11. Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, julienned carrots, and cucumber slices

12. Serve immediately with kimchi on the side if desired

Notes

For best flavor, use 80/20 ground beef for optimal fat content

Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option

Make it gluten-free by using tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce

Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes

Store leftovers in refrigerator for 3-4 days in separate containers

Reheat beef in skillet and rice in microwave with a splash of water for best texture

  • Prep Time: PT10M
  • Cook Time: PT10M
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg