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Flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe Easy Gochujang Beef Bowls at Home

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A quick and easy Korean ground beef bowl featuring a bold, spicy-sweet gochujang sauce served over fluffy white rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable to various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef, preferably 80/20
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
  • 4 cups cooked white rice (about 2 cups dry rice)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook 2 cups (400g) dry white rice according to package instructions to yield about 4 cups (800g) cooked rice. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons gochujang, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (if using). Stir until smooth.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and sauté 3 minced garlic cloves for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add 1 pound (450g) ground beef to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until no longer pink and just starting to brown, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving a little for flavor.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef in the skillet. Stir well to coat all the meat. Cook another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the beef.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in thinly sliced green onions.
  7. Serve warm beef over cooked rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it. Avoid overcooking the beef to keep it juicy and tender. Rest the rice before serving for best texture. Use 80/20 ground beef for optimal flavor and juiciness. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of water.

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