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Korean Ground Beef Bowl – Quick, Sweet-Savory Weeknight Dinner

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A quick, sweet-and-savory Korean-inspired ground beef dish served over rice, flavored with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. A weeknight favorite that’s done in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 tbsp gochujang or 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice

  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.

  • Add garlic and ginger; cook 1–2 minutes.

  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and gochujang.

  • Pour sauce into skillet. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.

  • Stir in green onions.

  • Serve over rice and garnish with sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use tamari for gluten-free.

  • Add shredded carrots or spinach for extra nutrition.

  • Serve with fried egg or kimchi for traditional flair.

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