Description
A quick and easy Korean-inspired dish featuring savory ground beef, delicious spices, and sauces, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20 blend)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (optional)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (5 to 7 minutes).
- If necessary, drain excess fat, then add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Stir until the beef is coated and let simmer for 3 to 4 minutes to thicken.
- If using, add broccoli florets and cook until tender (3 to 4 minutes).
- While the beef cooks, prepare your rice according to package instructions.
- To serve, place cooked rice in individual bowls, top with the savory ground beef mixture, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For more nutritional value, consider adding additional vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Korean, Ground Beef, Quick Dinner, Easy Recipe, Comfort Food