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Korean Beef Rice Bowls

Savory Korean Beef Rice Bowls feature succulent ground beef glazed with a sweet and salty sauce over fluffy rice, topped with green onions and sesame seeds—a perfect quick dinner for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until nicely browned—around 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Mix well until the brown sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Pour the sauce over the cooked beef, stirring to evenly coat every morsel. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. While the beef is simmering in sauce, warm the cooked rice in another pan or microwave.
  5. Spoon the beef mixture generously over the rice. Finish off by sprinkling sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top.
  6. Dive right in! Quick tip: some people love a drizzle of chili sauce for an extra kick.

Notes

If ground beef isn't your preference, you can use ground chicken or turkey to keep it halal-friendly. Ensure your garlic and ginger are fresh to elevate the flavors.