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Protein-Packed Korean Ground Beef Macro Bowl Recipe with Easy Gochujang Drizzle

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A quick and easy Korean ground beef bowl packed with protein, veggies, and a flavorful gochujang drizzle. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (90% lean preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or brown rice (about 400g cooked)
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumbers
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook 1 cup (180g) dry jasmine or brown rice according to package instructions to yield about 2 cups (400g) cooked. Set aside and keep warm.
  2. Steam 1 cup (150g) broccoli florets until tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp water until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add ground beef to the skillet. Break apart with a wooden spoon and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
  7. Divide cooked rice between bowls. Top with Korean ground beef, steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and sliced cucumbers.
  8. Drizzle gochujang sauce generously over the bowls and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

For gluten-sensitive diets, use tamari instead of soy sauce. The recipe is naturally dairy-free. Browning the beef properly enhances flavor. Adjust gochujang amount to control spice level. Cook rice and steam broccoli ahead for meal prep convenience. Fresh herbs like scallions or cilantro can be added as garnish.

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Keywords: Korean ground beef bowl, protein bowl, gochujang drizzle, quick dinner, meal prep, healthy Korean recipe

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