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Korean Ground Beef

Easy & Delicious Korean Ground Beef for Busy Nights

This Korean Ground Beef recipe offers a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use lean for a healthier option
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Light brown preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds nuttiness
For Serving
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Chopped for garnish
  • 4 cups Rice or Noodles Steamed or stir-fried
Optional Add-ins
  • Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots) Add for nutrition and color

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop 2-3 cloves of garlic to create about 2 tablespoons of minced garlic. Set it aside.
  2. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, add 1 pound of ground beef. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces.
  3. Once browned, add minced garlic, ¼ cup of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Stir thoroughly and cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over the mixture and stir. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Serve the beef mixture over a bed of steamed rice or stir-fried noodles, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently to maintain moisture and flavor.

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