Description
Korean Beef and Rice is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender ground beef simmered in a sweet-and-savory soy garlic sauce, inspired by traditional Korean bulgogi flavors. Served over fluffy white or jasmine rice and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this easy and satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp ground ginger (or 1 tsp fresh ginger)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Rice
- 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
Garnish
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up.
- Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, using a spatula to break it apart as it cooks evenly.
- Drain excess grease: If there’s excess fat in the skillet, carefully drain it off to prevent greasiness.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the beef and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Add seasonings: Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the beef mixture, combining well.
- Simmer the sauce: Let the mixture simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Spoon the flavorful beef mixture over the cooked rice in bowls.
- Garnish: Top with sliced green onions and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving for added freshness and texture.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter protein option.
- Add steamed broccoli or snap peas to the dish for a more complete, nutritious meal.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar and red pepper flakes to suit your taste preferences for sweetness and spice.
- Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
