Description
In just 20 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality Korean ground beef bowl that delivers bold flavors, hearty comfort, and authentic umami in every bite—perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 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, cucumber slices, kimchi, pickled vegetables, mixed vegetables, fried egg
Instructions
- Cook rice first using stovetop, rice cooker, or Instant Pot.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and brown for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Assemble bowls: place rice in bowls, top with beef mixture, and add desired toppings like sesame seeds, kimchi, or a fried egg.
Notes
Make it healthier with lean ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based alternatives. Use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for extra nutrition or lower carbs. Add gochujang or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: korean ground beef bowl, quick dinner, 20 minute recipe, rice bowl, easy weeknight meal