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Korean Ground Beef

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Korean ground beef is a flavorful dish that combines juicy, tender beef with savory soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. This quick and easy recipe transforms any weeknight dinner into a culinary delight, perfect for serving over rice or in lettuce wraps. With vibrant toppings like green onions and sesame seeds, it’s not only delicious but visually appealing too.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle the brown sugar over the meat mixture. Stir well and let cook for another 3-4 minutes to combine flavors.
  4. Remove from heat, then stir in sesame oil. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  5. Serve hot over rice or in lettuce wraps.
  • Author: Emily Harrison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (227g)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg