Easy Korean Beef Bowl (Printable Page)

Savory beef in spicy gochujang sauce over rice with crisp vegetable garnishes

# What You Need:

→ Beef & Sauce

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 2 tablespoons gochujang
03 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Rice Base

10 - 4 cups cooked white rice or cauliflower rice

→ Fresh Toppings

11 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup carrot, julienned
13 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
15 - 1 fresh red chili, sliced thin (optional)
16 - Kimchi for serving (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula until browned and fully cooked.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
04 - Taste the beef mixture and adjust seasoning as desired. Remove from heat.
05 - Divide cooked rice or cauliflower rice evenly among four bowls. Top each portion with seasoned Korean beef.
06 - Top each bowl with sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced green onions, and toasted sesame seeds. Add sliced red chili or kimchi if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast Prep: Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • Diet-Friendly: Easily adaptable for Gluten-Free and Low Carb diets.
  • Bold Flavor: A perfect mix of savory, spicy, and sweet notes in every bite.
02 -
  • Spice Level: For extra heat, increase the gochujang or add a drizzle of sriracha.
  • Allergens: Always double-check labels for soy, sesame, and gluten content.
  • Meal Prep: The beef can be cooked ahead and reheated, while the fresh toppings are best added just before eating.
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