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20-Minute Korean Beef Bowl Recipe That’s Juicy, Easy & Dairy-Free

20-Minute Korean Beef Bowl Recipe
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Create a restaurant-worthy Korean beef bowl in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Enjoy the combination of tender beef, aromatic ingredients, and a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors all in one bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef (93% lean)
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (divided)
  • 1¼ cups minced scallions (both white and green parts)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons minced/grated fresh ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Cook your rice according to package directions. While rice cooks, prep your vegetables for serving, and measure out all your sauce ingredients.
  2. Mix ¼ cup rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and ¼ cup water. Toss in thinly sliced carrots and/or cucumbers. Let them hang out while you cook the beef.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Toss in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and the white parts of your scallions. Cook until beef is nicely browned, about 5-6 minutes. Add garlic and cook for just 30 seconds.
  4. In a small bowl, mix your remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour this mixture over your browned beef and stir to coat everything. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef.
  5. Take the pan off the heat and stir in the green parts of your scallions and sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  6. Assemble your bowl starting with a scoop of warm rice, top with the saucy beef mixture, add your fresh or quick-pickled vegetables, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra scallions if desired.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey, chicken, or pork as variations.
  • Quick-pickling vegetables adds depth with minimal effort.
  • Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes or gochujang.
  • Store beef mixture separately for meal prep.

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Keywords: Korean beef bowl, quick dinner, 20-minute meal, beef recipe, Korean cuisine

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