Easy Korean Beef Bowl (Printable)

Savory beef with spicy gochujang glaze over rice, topped with fresh vegetables

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef & Sauce

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 2 tablespoons gochujang
03 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Rice Base

10 - 4 cups cooked white rice or cauliflower rice

→ Fresh Toppings

11 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup carrot, julienned
13 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
15 - 1 fresh red chili, sliced thin (optional)
16 - Kimchi for serving (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef evenly.
04 - Taste the beef mixture and adjust seasonings as desired. Remove from heat.
05 - Divide cooked rice or cauliflower rice among serving bowls. Top each portion with the Korean beef mixture.
06 - Top each bowl with sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional fresh chili or kimchi. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It is ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • The dish is easily adaptable for low-carb and gluten-free diets.
  • It balances savory, sweet, and spicy flavors with fresh, vibrant garnishes.
02 -
  • For extra heat, increase the amount of gochujang or add a drizzle of sriracha before serving.
  • Prepare your vegetable toppings while the beef is browning to save time.
  • Always double-check labels for allergens, particularly in the soy sauce and gochujang.
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