Korean beef rice bowls with cucumber and sesame seeds
Savor the flavors of Korea with our tantalizing Korean Beef Rice Bowls, adorned with crunchy cucumber and nutty sesame seeds. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this recipe combines the richness of ground beef with a perfect blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and spices. Serve it over fluffy brown rice for a wholesome meal that will leave everyone craving for more.
- 22 Apr 2024
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 13 Ingredients
Indulge in a delicious Korean Beef Rice Bowl, a perfect blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors with a hint of spiciness. This dish combines seasoned ground beef with fresh cucumbers and nutty sesame seeds, served over a bed of wholesome brown rice. It's a quick and satisfying meal that's easy to prepare and packed with delightful textures and tastes.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until it starts to brown. Break it up into small pieces using a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic and ginger are fragrant.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the beef mixture.
- Stir well to combine and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat.
- While the beef is cooking, slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
- Finely slice the green onions.
- Divide the cooked brown rice evenly among serving bowls.
- Top each bowl of rice with a generous portion of the beef mixture.
- Arrange the sliced cucumber on one side of the bowl.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the beef and cucumbers.
- Garnish with the finely sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately, while hot. Enjoy your delicious Korean beef rice bowl!
Tips:
- Ensure to finely dice the onions and mince the garlic and ginger for even flavor distribution.
- Adjust the red pepper amount according to your spice tolerance.
- For an extra touch, garnish with additional sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
- To save time, you can prepare the brown rice ahead of time or use pre-cooked rice.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute ground beef with ground chicken or turkey.
- Make sure to stir-fry the beef until it’s completely browned and the moisture cooks off for the best texture.
With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can create a satisfying Korean Beef Rice Bowl that balances savory, sweet, and spicy flavors. The tender ground beef, crunchy cucumbers, and nutty sesame seeds over brown rice make for a delicious and wholesome meal. Enjoy your culinary creation and savor the rich flavors of Korean cuisine at home.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 360 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 790kcal | 31% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 36g | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 120g | 34% |
| Fiber 6g | 16% |
| Sugar 5g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 18g | 21% |
| Saturated 6g | 19% |
| Cholesterol 77mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 8ug | 1% |
| Choline 110mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 0.88mg | 73% |
| Vitamin B2 0.36mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 16mg | 98% |
| Vitamin B6 1.21mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 2.50ug | 104% |
| Vitamin C 3.10mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E 1.14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 11ug | 9% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 50mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.58mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 4.97mg | 45% |
| Magnesium, Mg 220mg | 52% |
| Phosphorus, P 720mg | 57% |
| Potassium, K 920mg | 27% |
| Selenium, Se 44ug | 81% |
| Sodium, Na 960mg | 64% |
| Zinc, Zn 9mg | 81% |
| Water | |
| Water 180g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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