Korean Ground Beef Recipe
This Korean Ground Beef Recipe is a quick and tasty dish that brings bold flavors to your dinner table, perfect for busy weeknights and only takes about 30 minutes to make.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Sauces and seasonings
- 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnishes
- 1 green onion thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking the Beef and Vegetables
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook it, breaking it up with a spoon until browned.
- Drain off any extra grease.
- Add 1 large onion and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
Adding Garlic and Ginger
- Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 inch of minced ginger.
- Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
Mixing Sauces and Serving
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of gochujang, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Korean chili flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir to combine.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot with rice, noodles, or as a filling for tacos or lettuce wraps.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, use an air fryer or oven at 350°F for about 5-10 minutes to keep them crispy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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