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Creating a delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl starts with selecting the right ingredients. Each component plays a vital role in building the dish's flavor profile. Let’s dive into the essential ingredients that make this recipe shine.

Korean Ground Beef Bowl

Create a taste of Korea in your kitchen with this easy Korean Ground Beef Bowl recipe! Made with flavorful ground beef, garlic, ginger, and a delicious sweet and spicy sauce featuring gochujang, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes. Serve it over jasmine or sticky rice and add steamed veggies like broccoli or bok choy for a complete meal. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for an extra touch. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20 for better flavor)

1 tablespoon sesame oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Cooked jasmine or sticky rice (for serving)

Optional: steamed broccoli or bok choy (for serving)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, and rice vinegar until smooth. Set aside.

    Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the sesame oil and once hot, add the ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until fully browned and cooked through. Make sure to drain any excess grease.

      Add the Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and minced ginger into the skillet with the beef. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

        Combine with Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the beef mixture. Stir well to coat the beef evenly and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

          Prepare the Bowls: While the beef is simmering, prepare bowls by adding a generous serving of cooked rice to the bottom.

            Assemble: Spoon the Korean ground beef mixture over the rice. If desired, add steamed broccoli or bok choy on the side for extra greens.

              Garnish: Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a fresh finish.

                Serve Hot: Enjoy your delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl warm, and feel free to add extra gochujang if you enjoy a little more heat!

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4