Korean Ground Beef Recipe
This flavorful Korean ground beef dish is quick to prepare and is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 measuring cups
- 4 serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 4 pieces green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
- to serve cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the beef, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked beef, stirring well to coat evenly. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
- Stir in the chopped green onions, reserving a few for garnish.
- Serve the ground beef over cooked rice or noodles, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and remaining green onions.
Notes
For added freshness, you can serve this dish with sliced cucumbers or shredded carrots.
This recipe is easily adaptable; feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots to the beef while cooking.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.