Spicy Gochujang Korean Ground Beef Bowl
85% authentic · Korean
A flavorful variation of the classic Korean ground beef bowl, featuring the addition of gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a spicy kick and deeper umami flavor.
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Ingredients
- Ground beef1 lb
- Soy sauce3 tbsp
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste)2 tbsp
- Honey1 tbsp
- Sesame oil1 tsp
- Garlic, minced2 cloves
- Ginger, grated1 tsp
- Cooked rice, for serving4 cups
- Green onions, sliced2
- Toasted sesame seeds1 tsp
- Cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
- 2
Add the ground beef to the sauce mixture and stir to coat evenly. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- 3
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
- 4
Continue to cook for a few more minutes until the sauce has thickened and coated the beef nicely.
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, being mindful of the saltiness from the soy sauce and gochujang.
- 6
Serve the spicy Korean ground beef over hot cooked rice. Garnish with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional cilantro.
