Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowls
This Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowl is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner made with seasoned ground beef simmered in a savory sweet sauce. Served over hot rice and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, it’s a delicious meal ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef 90% lean
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for spice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- Sliced green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and garlic. Cook while breaking up the meat with a spatula until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked beef in the skillet. Stir to coat the meat evenly and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes so the flavors can meld.
- Spoon the beef over bowls of hot rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, or a fried egg on top to make it a full rice bowl meal!