Speedy Korean Ground Beef & Broccoli Bowls
This quick and flavorful Korean-inspired dish features savory ground beef and tender-crisp broccoli bathed in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- spoon
- small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 garlic, minced cloves
- 1 ginger, grated inch
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean chili paste), optional
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
For Serving & Garnish
- Cooked rice for serving
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and gochujang (if using).
- Pour the prepared sauce over the beef mixture, stirring to coat, then add the chopped broccoli florets.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Divide cooked rice into bowls, then spoon the beef and broccoli mixture over the rice.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of gochujang. Serve with a side of kimchi for an authentic Korean experience.