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Easy Savory Korean Beef Bowl Recipe with Sesame Seeds and Green Onions

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A quick and flavorful Korean beef bowl featuring caramelized ground beef, a sweet-savory sauce, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh green onions served over white rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (about 370 grams cooked), jasmine or short-grain
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook 2 cups of white rice according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes). Set aside and keep warm.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon sesame seeds and toast for 2-3 minutes, shaking the pan frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked beef. Stir well to coat evenly. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the meat.
  6. If desired, sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve the beef mixture over warm rice. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning beef to get a good sear. Toast sesame seeds fresh each time for best flavor. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water if too thick or simmering longer if too thin. Let beef rest off heat for a couple of minutes to enhance flavor. Ground turkey, chicken, or tofu can be used as alternatives. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

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