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Korean food is deeply rooted in tradition, with flavors that reflect the country's rich history and geography. The significance of flavors and ingredients in Korean cooking cannot be overstated. Fermentation, for example, plays a crucial role, with staples like kimchi and gochujang (Korean red chili paste) adding depth and complexity to dishes. The balance of salty, sweet, sour, and umami flavors is a hallmark of Korean cuisine, creating a harmonious dining experience.

Korean Ground Beef Bowl

Discover the perfect weeknight dinner with this Korean Ground Beef Bowl! Packed with flavorful ground beef seasoned with soy sauce, brown sugar, and a touch of gochujang, it's a delightful blend of sweet and spicy. Serve it on a bed of fluffy jasmine rice, topped with fresh veggies like cucumbers and shredded carrots. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for added crunch. Quick to prepare and delicious, this dish is sure to impress! 🍚🥢
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20)

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 teaspoons sesame oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon ginger, minced

1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili paste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

3 green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)

1 cup cooked jasmine rice

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced

2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Lettuce leaves (for serving)

Instructions
 

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess grease if necessary.

    Prepare Seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, gochujang, and black pepper until smooth.

      Combine: Pour the seasoning mix over the cooked ground beef in the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld while continuously stirring.

        Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped green onions and shredded carrots. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the veggies are tender but still crisp.

          Serve: To assemble the bowls, place a generous scoop of cooked jasmine rice at the bottom. Top with the Korean beef mixture, followed by sliced cucumbers.

            Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and any remaining chopped green onions over the bowls. Serve with lettuce leaves on the side for wrapping.

              Enjoy: Enjoy your bowl as is or wrap it in lettuce for a fresh crunch!

                Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4