Korean Beef Bowl
Experience the vibrant flavors of Korea with this delicious Korean beef bowl, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Tender ground beef is marinated in a savory sauce and stir-fried with fresh garlic, then served over warm jasmine rice and garnished with vibrant green onions. Each mouthful offers a satisfying explosion of flavor, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s highly customizable—feel free to swap in your favorite proteins or add extra veggies to suit your taste. This easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a household favorite, impressing family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by mincing the garlic and slicing the green onions.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil; simmer for 5 minutes.
- While the meat simmers, cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls by placing a scoop of rice at the bottom and topping it with the Korean beef mixture.
- Garnish generously with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For added spice, mix in red pepper flakes during cooking.
- Substitute ground beef with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg