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Korean Ground Beef & Broccoli Rice Bowl

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This easy Korean ground beef & broccoli rice bowl is a quick, flavorful dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Juicy ground beef is tossed in a sweet-savory sauce with crisp-tender broccoli and served over fluffy white rice for a comforting, family-friendly meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 preferred, but any ground beef works)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (about 1 tablespoon, or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2–3 green onions, thinly sliced (save some for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati; can substitute brown or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola or avocado)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions or in a rice cooker (about 15-20 minutes). If using leftover rice, set aside to reheat later.
  2. Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince garlic, grate ginger, and slice green onions (reserve green tops for garnish).
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
  4. Heat neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break up into small crumbles. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and slightly crispy. Drain excess grease if needed.
  5. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef. Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Add broccoli florets to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce. Cover and steam for 2-3 minutes until broccoli is bright green and just tender. For extra-crisp broccoli, stir-fry uncovered for another minute or two.
  8. Stir in most of the sliced green onions and sesame seeds (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  9. Spoon rice into bowls and top with the beef and broccoli mixture. Garnish with extra green onions and sesame seeds.
  10. Serve hot. Optionally, drizzle with sriracha or extra sesame oil.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Swap rice for cauliflower rice for a low-carb version. Don’t overcook the broccoli for best texture. Leftovers keep well for up to 4 days in the fridge. Add gochujang or sriracha for extra heat, or toss in other veggies like carrots or bell peppers for variety.

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