Description
Spicy Korean Beef Bowls are a delightful fusion of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinners. Featuring tender ground beef simmered in a tangy sauce, this dish is served over a fluffy rice bed and topped with vibrant vegetables. Perfect for both cozy nights in and lively gatherings, these bowls are not just meals—they’re an experience that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup jasmine or short-grain rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like bell peppers or carrots)
Instructions
- Rinse and cook the rice according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger in 1 tbsp oil until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Increase heat to medium-high, add the ground beef, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Lower the heat and stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Add chopped vegetables and cook until tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Serve the beef mixture over the rice and garnish with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg