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Korean Beef Rice Bowls

Korean Beef Rice Bowls

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Quick, bold, and satisfying, these Korean Beef Rice Bowls topped with creamy gochujang mayo are the perfect meal for any occasion. Whether you’re whipping up dinner on a busy weeknight or hosting a casual gathering, this dish delivers a flavor explosion in every bite. With its rich blend of gochujang and sesame oil, each bowl is not only easy to prepare in just 20 minutes but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Packed with lean beef and fresh veggies, these rice bowls offer a nutritious option that pleases kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tsp freshly grated garlic
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (adjust for spice preference)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, plus extra to garnish
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or neutral oil
  • 500 g minced beef
  • 2 spring onions (scallions), finely sliced, 1 tbsp reserved for garnish
  • 3 tbsp whole-egg mayonnaise (see note about dairy-free)
  • 1 tsp gochujang
  • ½ tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 cup kimchi
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 Lebanese cucumber, sliced into half moons

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce by whisking garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, gochujang, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds in a bowl.
  2. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add minced beef and cook until browned. Pour the sauce over the beef and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Make the gochujang mayo by mixing mayonnaise, gochujang, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a separate bowl.
  4. Assemble the bowls by layering jasmine rice, the beef mixture, kimchi, carrots, and cucumbers. Drizzle with gochujang mayo.

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