Name: Spicy Korean Beef Bowls
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked Japanese short-grain or medium grain rice; 1 lb ground beef (substitute for other ground meats, or crumbled extra firm tofu for a vegetarian version); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp gochujang (adjust according to your desired spice preference); 1 1/2 cup carrots, julienned or grated; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1/3 cup water; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 2 eggs (optional; to serve on top of the rice), sunny-side up; Garnish (optional): chopped green onions and roasted sesame seeds

Description

Spicy Korean beef bowls made with gochujang feature tender beef marinated in a rich, spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, served over steamed rice and accompanied by sautéed vegetables of your choice, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal with a perfect balance of heat, umami, and sweetness.

Ingredients

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1 cup cooked Japanese short-grain or medium grain rice
1 lb ground beef (substitute for other ground meats, or crumbled extra firm tofu for a vegetarian version)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp gochujang (adjust according to your desired spice preference)
1 1/2 cup carrots, julienned or grated
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 eggs (optional; to serve on top of the rice), sunny-side up
Garnish (optional): chopped green onions and roasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

In a large pan over medium heat, begin cooking your garlic with some cooking oil for one minute. Add in your ground beef and cook until browned.
Add in the gochujang, soy sauce, and water. Add the carrots and mix to ensure everything is coated in the sauce. Drizzle with sesame oil.
Serve the beef on top of rice, with an egg on top.

Notes

Add whatever vegetables you want to this dish: Sautéd mushrooms, spinach, onions, etc.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes