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Flavorful Korean Ground Beef Rice Bowls Easy Homemade Gochujang Sauce Recipe

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A quick and easy Korean ground beef rice bowl recipe featuring a homemade gochujang sauce that balances sweet, spicy, and umami flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 2 cups (370g) cooked white rice (short or medium grain)
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang paste
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Optional veggies: shredded carrots, cucumber slices, sautéed spinach

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rice by cooking 2 cups (370g) of white rice according to package instructions, about 20 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons gochujang paste, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger. Adjust sweetness or spice to taste and set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 pound (450g) ground beef and cook slowly, breaking it up with a spatula, for 8-10 minutes until browned but still juicy.
  4. Drain excess fat if more than a tablespoon remains, leaving enough for flavor.
  5. Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the beef. Stir well to coat evenly and simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and thicken the sauce slightly.
  6. While beef simmers, slice green onions, toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2 minutes, and prep any optional veggies.
  7. Assemble bowls by spooning cooked rice into bowls, topping generously with saucy ground beef, and garnishing with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional veggies.
  8. Serve warm, optionally with kimchi or pickled radishes. Flavors deepen if allowed to sit for 10 minutes but taste excellent fresh.

Notes

Cook the beef on medium-low heat to keep it tender and juicy, avoiding bitterness from burning. Adjust gochujang paste to control spice level. Store rice and beef separately to prevent sogginess. Sauce can be thinned with water or broth if too thick. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Korean ground beef, gochujang sauce, rice bowls, quick dinner, easy recipe, homemade sauce, weeknight meal, Korean cuisine, spicy beef bowl

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