Description
A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired beef rice bowl featuring savory ground beef cooked with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, served over steamed rice and topped with fresh vegetables and optional spicy garnishes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked rice (about 1 1/3 cups uncooked rice or use instant/minute rice)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- Sriracha, optional for spice
- 1 cup julienne-cut carrots (can be pre-cut)
Garnishes
- Chopped green onions
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Prepare Rice: Cook the rice according to the package directions. If using instant or minute rice, follow the instructions on the package. For regular rice, cook 1 1/3 cups uncooked rice with 2 1/2 cups water in a pot or rice cooker until fluffy and tender.
- Heat Skillet and Add Oil: Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to warm up.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add 1 pound of lean ground beef to the hot skillet. Brown the beef, stirring occasionally, until it is almost fully cooked, about 10 minutes.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in 3 cloves of finely minced garlic, 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, and sriracha if using. Mix well and cook until a small sauce forms, coating the beef evenly.
- Cook Carrots: Add 1 cup of julienne-cut carrots to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the carrots soften slightly but still retain some crunch.
- Assemble Bowls: Serve the beef mixture over the prepared rice. Garnish with chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired for extra heat and texture.
Notes
- This recipe can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.
- For a lower sodium version, use reduced salt soy sauce or tamari.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein alternative.
- Adding steamed or sautéed vegetables like broccoli or spinach can increase the veggie content.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier or lower-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
