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Quick Savory Korean Beef Bowl Recipe with Jasmine Rice

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A quick and easy Korean beef bowl featuring ground beef in a sweet-savory soy glaze served over fragrant jasmine rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe balances bold flavors with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 cup (185 grams) jasmine rice
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (185 grams) jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Place in a medium saucepan with 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
  2. While the rice cooks, combine ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger in a small bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until fully browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked beef. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water if sauce thickens too quickly. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil and ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Toss well to combine.
  6. Serve beef over jasmine rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Watch the sauce carefully while simmering to prevent burning. Add a splash of water if it thickens too fast. Let the beef rest off heat for a few minutes to meld flavors. Toasted sesame oil added at the end enhances aroma and flavor. Optional garnishes include thinly sliced cucumbers or shredded carrots for crunch. Ground beef can be swapped with ground turkey or chicken. Use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce for gluten-free version.

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Keywords: Korean beef bowl, quick dinner, ground beef recipe, jasmine rice, savory beef, easy weeknight meal

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