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Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls

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A quick and easy 20-minute Korean-inspired rice bowl featuring savory-sweet ground beef, fluffy rice, and crisp fresh veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (about 1 tbsp)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (plus more for garnish)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or short-grain preferred)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber (Persian or English)
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1/2 cup sliced radishes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Gochujang or sriracha (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. If rice is not cooked, prepare 2 cups cooked white rice according to package instructions. Fluff and set aside.
  2. Slice cucumbers, radishes, and cabbage thinly. Shred carrots and chop cilantro. Arrange veggies in separate bowls.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned and slightly crispy at the edges (about 4–5 minutes). Spoon off excess liquid if needed.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Pour over beef and aromatics. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  7. Divide rice among serving bowls. Top with savory ground beef. Arrange fresh veggies around the beef. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, drizzle with gochujang or sriracha if desired, and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Swap ground turkey, chicken, tofu, or tempeh for beef for dietary needs. Use any fresh veggies you have on hand. For extra crunch, keep veggies chilled until serving. Assemble bowls just before serving for best texture. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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