Delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl (Quick & Easy)
Fast, flavorful, and budget-friendly, the Korean Ground Beef Bowl is the perfect weeknight dinner. It brings the bold, savory-sweet flavors of Korean BBQ into a quick skillet meal served over rice. With just a few pantry staples and under 30 minutes, you can whip up a dish that’s satisfying, customizable, and packed with umami goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 for optimal flavor
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 2 green onions chopped plus extra for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice jasmine basmati, or brown rice
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds sliced cucumber, kimchi, or pickled vegetables.
- Optional Ingredients
- Vegetables bell peppers carrots, broccoli, or spinach.
- Egg a fried egg on top for added richness.
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice
- Stove Method: Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Rice Cooker: Add rinsed rice and water to your rice cooker, close the lid, and let it cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Instant Pot: Combine rinsed rice and water in the pot. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes, then allow a natural release.