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Quick & Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowl – Better Than Takeout!

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A fast and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef bowl made with garlic, soy, and sesame—ready in 20 minutes and perfect for rice bowls or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 or leaner)

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 23 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Cooked rice (for serving)

  • Garnishes: sliced green onions, sesame seeds, fried egg, kimchi (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions.

  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.

  3. Add garlic and ginger. Sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

  5. Pour sauce over beef. Stir and simmer 2–3 minutes.

  6. Serve over rice. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and egg if desired.