Korean Beef Bowl
A quick and flavorful Korean beef bowl inspired by bulgogi with a savory-sweet sauce, ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 cast iron skillet
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground ginger.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3 to 5 minutes, crumbling the beef as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the soy sauce mixture and green onions, combining well, then simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.