Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowls
Korean Ground Beef and Rice Bowls are a quick, flavorful meal that elevates your weeknight dining experience. Tender ground beef is sautéed in a savory sauce and served over fluffy rice, complemented by fresh veggies and garnished with green onions. This dish is not only satisfying but also customizable, making it perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 4 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop green onions and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve the beef mixture over cooked rice in bowls.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute lean ground turkey or tofu for a healthier option. Add colorful veggies like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch and nutrition.