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Korean Beef Bowl – Easy Weeknight Favorite with Bold Flavor

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
This flavorful Korean beef bowl is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, packed with bold, savory flavors.

Ingredients

Sauce Mixture

  • 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 0.25 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes (or more to taste)
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger

Main ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 green onions green onions, thinly sliced
  • 0.25 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions 

  • Whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ginger.
  • Heat oil in a skillet, cook garlic until fragrant, then add ground beef and brown.
  • Stir in sauce mixture and green onions, simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a drizzle of sesame oil before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Beef