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Korean Beef

Korean Beef

The ultimate comfort food that’s quick and tasty! Korean Beef brings together sweet and savory flavors for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve it over rice or in a lettuce wrap, and you’ll have a meal everyone will love!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, minced
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Green Onions

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef.
  2. Add the garlic towards the end of browning and cook for a couple of minutes until fragrant. Make sure to drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Let it simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.
  4. Serve the Korean Beef over steamed rice and top with green onions. For a low-carb option, it’s also delicious in lettuce wraps.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the Korean Beef mixture for up to a month. Thaw and reheat before serving.
  • Ginger: If you don't use fresh ginger often, remember that it freezes well for future use.
  • Sesame Oil: While it adds significant flavor, feel free to substitute with a different oil if you're on a budget.
  • Experiment: Try adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition and flavor.