Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- Optional toppings: green onions, sesame seeds, shredded carrots, cucumber slices
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or desired veggies.
Notes
- Swap in ground turkey, chicken, as needed.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
- Top with a fried egg for added protein and richness.
- Double the sauce if you like extra flavor over rice or veggies.
- Add shredded carrots, spinach, or cucumber for color and crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Low Salt
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (with rice)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
