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Korean Ground Beef Bowl – Easy Ground Beef Recipes You’ll Love

Some nights, cooking dinner feels like climbing a mountain in flip-flops. That’s exactly how I felt last week—tired, hangry, and staring into my fridge like it owed me money. But then, out of the chaos, this Korean Ground Beef Bowl swooped in like a dinner superhero. Quick to make, full of flavor, and—best part—zero fuss. It’s the kind of meal that checks every box: savory, a little sweet, delightfully garlicky, and you can throw it together faster than you can rewatch an episode of Friends. I’ve made it more times than I care to admit, especially on those 'I can’t even' days. And the ingredients? Simple stuff like ground beef, soy sauce, garlic, and a dash of sugar. The flavor punches above its weight, and the leftovers (if any) are dreamy the next day. If you’re on the hunt for easy ground beef recipes, this one’s a keeper—just don’t be surprised if it ends up on repeat.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Korean-American
Keywords: easy dinner recipes for two, easy dinner recipes with ground beef, easy ground beef recipes, easy Korean recipes, easy recipes for dinner, ground beef recipes for dinner easy, quick and easy dinner recipes
Servings: 4 bowls
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium if possible)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, but recommended)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up as you go. No need to babysit it—just keep it moving every now and then.
  2. Once the beef is no longer pink, drain the excess fat. (Unless you're team extra flavor, then hey—no judgment!)
  3. Add garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir it all together and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Scoop that glorious beef over a bed of warm white rice. Top with green onions and sesame seeds if you're feeling fancy.
  5. Serve it hot and enjoy the silence as everyone dives in. Yes, it’s that good.