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Flavorful Korean Beef Bowls Recipe Easy 30-Minute Dinner with Jasmine Rice

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A quick and easy Korean beef bowl recipe featuring tender ground beef in a sweet-savory sauce served over fragrant jasmine rice. Ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • 2 cups (uncooked, about 370g) jasmine rice
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds, steamed or sautéed veggies like spinach or carrots

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups (370g) of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Transfer to a medium saucepan and add 2½ cups (600ml) of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  2. While the rice cooks, whisk together ⅓ cup (80ml) soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound (450g) ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the browned beef. Stir well to combine and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef.
  5. Taste the beef mixture and adjust salt or sweetness as needed. If it feels too salty, add a splash of water or a teaspoon of honey to balance it out.
  6. Spoon the steaming jasmine rice into bowls, top with the flavorful Korean beef, and garnish with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if using. Add steamed or sautéed vegetables on the side for color and nutrition.

Notes

Rinse jasmine rice thoroughly for fluffier texture. Brown beef without stirring too much initially to develop caramelized flavor. Adjust soy sauce quantity to avoid overpowering saltiness. Let rice rest after cooking for best fluffiness. Toast sesame seeds before garnishing for extra aroma and crunch. Use tamari for gluten-free version. Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted but add extra sesame oil or broth to maintain moisture.

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