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Sweet and Spicy Korean Ground Beef

Sweet and Spicy Korean Ground Beef

This Sweet and Spicy Korean Ground Beef dish is a flavorful, quick weeknight dinner that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef Choose leaner cuts for a healthier option.
For the Flavor Base
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) Adds aromatic foundation.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated) Offers a zesty kick.
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar (packed) Balances out the heat.
  • 2 tablespoon gochujang Adjust to taste!
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Provides a nutty aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds a touch of acidity.
For Garnishing
  • 3 tablespoon green onions (sliced) Freshens up the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Enhances nuttiness and crunch.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
  2. Drain any excess fat to ensure the dish isn’t greasy.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
  5. Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir to coat the beef; simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in sliced green onions and remove from heat.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve this dish over steamed rice for a complete meal.

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