Description
A quick and flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl recipe ready in just 15 minutes. This dish features savory, sweet, and spicy ground beef served over cooked rice, complemented by fresh cucumbers, kimchi, and a zesty spicy mayo. Perfect for a fast weekday meal that packs bold Korean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Korean Ground Beef:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 fat)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (or more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Spicy Mayo:
- ¼ cup kewpie mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce (or more to taste)
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
For Serving and Garnish:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup kimchi (optional)
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined to create the flavorful sauce.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, crumbling the meat as it browns, for about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat using a paper towel for a leaner finish.
- Add the Sauce: Stir the prepared sauce into the cooked beef and allow it to simmer together for about 2 minutes until heated through and the flavors meld. Then turn off the heat and sprinkle some green onions and sesame seeds over the beef.
- Prepare the Spicy Mayo: In a separate small bowl, mix together the kewpie mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until fully blended to create a creamy, spicy sauce.
- Assemble the Bowls: Serve the Korean ground beef over cooked rice, topped with sliced cucumbers, kimchi if using, and the remaining green onions and sesame seeds. Drizzle the spicy mayo on top or serve on the side. For extra variety, consider adding quick-pickled carrots and daikon, Korean carrot salad, or spicy cucumber salad.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and juiciness.
- Adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Low sodium soy sauce helps control the saltiness of the dish.
- Kimchi is optional but adds authentic kimchi flavor and spice.
- Drain excess fat from cooked beef for a healthier option.
- Quick-pickled vegetables make a crunchy and refreshing side addition.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Korean ground beef bowls, quick Korean recipe, easy weeknight dinner, spicy Korean beef, ground beef rice bowl, Korean spicy mayo
