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Flavorful Korean Beef Bowl Recipe with Easy Spicy Gochujang Sauce

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A quick and easy Korean beef bowl featuring tender ground beef coated in a balanced spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers bold, authentic flavors with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced thinly
  • 4 cups cooked rice (short grain or jasmine)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • Optional vegetables: shredded carrots, steamed broccoli, or thin cucumber slices

Instructions

  1. Cook 4 cups (800 g) of rice according to package instructions, about 20 minutes. Fluff and keep warm.
  2. Mince 3 cloves garlic and grate 1 teaspoon fresh ginger. Slice 2 green onions thinly, separating white and green parts.
  3. Toast 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Set aside.
  4. Heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger with the beef. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  6. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons gochujang, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar until smooth.
  7. Pour the sauce over the beef and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the beef.
  8. Divide cooked rice into four bowls. Spoon beef mixture on top. Garnish with sliced green onion tops and toasted sesame seeds.
  9. Optional: Add fresh or steamed veggies like shredded carrots, broccoli, or cucumber slices for texture and color.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to brown beef properly. Toast sesame seeds carefully to avoid burning. Adjust sauce thickness with water if needed. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Protein swaps include ground turkey, chicken, or flank steak. Spice level can be adjusted by varying gochujang amount or adding chili flakes.

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Keywords: Korean beef bowl, gochujang sauce, spicy Korean recipe, quick dinner, ground beef recipe, easy weeknight meal

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