Korean Ground Beef Bowl (Printable)

Savory gochujang beef over rice with fresh vegetables and kimchi, finished with sesame seeds.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Beef

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 2 tablespoons gochujang
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ For the Bowl

09 - 4 cups cooked short-grain rice
10 - 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked
11 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup carrot, julienned
13 - 1 cup kimchi, chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

# Step-by-step Directions:

01 - Heat sesame oil in large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef to skillet and cook, breaking apart with spatula, until fully browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Stir gochujang, soy sauce, and brown sugar into beef mixture. Continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens and evenly coats meat.
04 - Remove from heat and fold in half of sliced green onions.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each portion with seasoned beef, edamame, cucumber, carrot, and kimchi.
06 - Sprinkle remaining green onions and toasted sesame seeds over each bowl. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and efficient 30-minute preparation and cook time.
  • Loaded with high-quality protein and fresh, nutrient-dense vegetables.
  • Naturally dairy-free and easily adapted for gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Use short-grain rice to achieve a more authentic, slightly sticky texture.
  • Julienne your vegetables finely to ensure they are easy to eat alongside the ground beef.
  • Check kimchi labels carefully as many brands contain fish sauce or shrimp paste.
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