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Quick & Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowl – A 20-Minute Weeknight Favorite

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A fast and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef bowl with sweet, savory, and spicy notes. Ready in 20 minutes and perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 preferred)

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice

  • Optional: sesame seeds, fried egg, sautéed vegetables

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef until no longer pink, about 5–6 minutes.

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

  • In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Pour over beef.

  • Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

  • Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil and green onions.

  • Serve over warm rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or a fried egg if desired.

Notes

  • Use tamari for gluten-free.

  • Double the sauce if you love extra flavor.

  • Great for lettuce wraps or meal prep containers.5 minutes

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