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Delicious Korean Ground Beef Bowl (Quick & Easy)

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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

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.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Rice
  2. 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.
  3. Rice Cooker: Add rinsed rice and water to your rice cooker, close the lid, and let it cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  4. 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.