Korean Ground Beef Bowls

Ingredients (18)

• ·pound ground beef
• ·tablespoon vegetable or neutral oil
• ·cloves garlic cloves
• ·teaspoon fresh ginger
• ·cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ·tablespoon brown sugar
• ·tablespoons gochujang Korean chili-paste
• ·teaspoon sesame oil
• ·teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ·cup water
• ·cups cooked rice
• ·sliced green onions
• ·toasted sesame seeds
• ·thinly sliced chilies
• ·cucumber
• ·steamed broccoli florets
• ·shredded carrots
• ·sautéed bell pepper

1. 1

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and ground beef. Cook until browned.

2. 2

   Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for an additional minute.

3. 3

   Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes.

4. 4

   If desired, add water for a saucier dish and stir to combine.

5. 5

   Serve the beef mixture over cooked rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, chilies, and cucumber.

6. 6

   Add any optional veggies as desired.