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Flavorful Korean Beef Bowl Recipe with Spicy Gochujang Sauce Easy and Delicious

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A quick and easy Korean-inspired beef bowl featuring ground beef cooked in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, served over fluffy rice with fresh veggies and garnishes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 4 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or short-grain)
  • Vegetables to serve (optional): shredded carrots, cucumber slices, or kimchi
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: Rinse 2 cups (about 14 oz) of jasmine or short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions or use a rice cooker. Set aside and keep warm.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2-3 tablespoons gochujang, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Adjust sweetness or heat as desired.
  3. Cook the beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the cooked beef. Stir well to coat evenly. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Prepare garnishes: While the beef simmers, slice green onions and prepare any veggies like shredded carrots or cucumber slices. Toast sesame seeds lightly in a dry pan if desired.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Spoon warm rice into bowls, top generously with the spicy beef mixture. Add fresh veggies or kimchi on the side, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Optionally, add a fried egg on top.

Notes

Use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free. Do not overcook the beef to keep it juicy. Adjust gochujang amount to control spice level. Toast sesame seeds for extra aroma. Optionally add a fried egg for richness. Substitute ground beef with turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for variations.

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