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Flavorful Korean Beef Bowl with Spicy Gochujang and Jasmine Rice

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A quick and easy Korean-inspired beef bowl featuring spicy-sweet gochujang sauce served over fragrant jasmine rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and packed with bold, comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (about 1 cup uncooked)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • Pickled vegetables or kimchi (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 1 1/4 cups water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink and starting to brown. Drain excess fat if desired.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef. Stir well to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and caramelizes on the meat edges.
  6. Spoon warm jasmine rice into bowls. Top with the spicy Korean beef mixture. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with optional kimchi or pickled vegetables.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Adjust gochujang amount to control spiciness. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of water.

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