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Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe Easy Sticky Soy Glaze Meal

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A quick and easy Korean ground beef bowl featuring a sticky soy glaze that perfectly clings to every bite, balanced with ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil, served over fluffy rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups cooked white rice (short grain or jasmine)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook 4 cups of white rice according to package instructions until fluffy and slightly sticky, about 20 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Stir in 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not burned.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (if using). Pour over the beef in the skillet.
  5. Stir well to coat all the beef. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.
  7. Spoon warm cooked rice into bowls, top generously with the sticky Korean ground beef, and add optional garnishes like sliced cucumbers or a fried egg.

Notes

Do not rush browning the beef to avoid steaming. Keep heat moderate when adding the glaze to prevent burning the sugar. Stir frequently while simmering the glaze. Use toasted sesame oil for best aroma. Let beef rest off heat for a few minutes to deepen flavors. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. Ground turkey or chicken can be used as leaner alternatives. Optional garnishes include sliced cucumbers or a fried egg.

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