Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (or 1/2 tsp 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. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Let everything simmer for 2–3 minutes so the flavors can soak in.
- Serve hot over cooked rice and top with your favorite veggies, sesame seeds, or green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the red pepper flakes.
- Use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg