Description
Easy Bibimbap with Ground Beef is a simplified Korean rice bowl featuring savory seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, a fried egg, and a spicy gochujang sauce over warm white rice. This quick and healthy meal delivers vibrant flavors and textures, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 1 pound (450 g) lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowls
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, julienned
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 4 eggs
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sliced green onions
Gochujang Sauce
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat to prevent greasiness.
- Season the Beef: Add minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and black pepper to the beef. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Prepare Vegetables: Blanch the spinach and bean sprouts in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and set aside.
- Fry the Eggs: In a separate pan, fry the eggs until the whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny for added richness.
- Make the Gochujang Sauce: Combine gochujang, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and water in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Neatly arrange the seasoned ground beef and prepared vegetables (spinach, carrots, cucumber, bean sprouts) on top of the rice.
- Top with Egg and Sauce: Place a fried egg on each bowl. Drizzle with the prepared gochujang sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for texture and flavor.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Add kimchi on the side or inside the bowl for additional flavor complexity.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly before eating to enjoy the full blend of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
