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A close-up of a Korean beef rice bowl, featuring seasoned ground beef over white rice, topped with green onions and sesame seeds.

Korean Beef Rice Bowls

Quick and flavorful Korean beef rice bowls ready in 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
For Serving
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with the Korean beef mixture.
  4. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness and saltiness by changing the amount of brown sugar and soy sauce.

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