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A top-down view of a One-Pot Korean Beef Bowl featuring tender beef in a glossy soy glaze, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds over white rice.

One-Pot Korean Beef Bowl Recipe 🥢🍲

If you’re looking for a delicious and comforting dinner that’s quick to make, this One-Pot Korean Beef Bowl is a total game-changer! It’s all about juicy, tender beef simmered in a flavorful sauce with hints of soy, garlic, and sesame. Everything cooks together in one pot, so the beef absorbs all those yummy flavors while staying perfectly tender. Plus, you can toss in some veggies like broccoli or spinach to make it a little healthier. This dish pairs perfectly with rice, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that fits right into a balanced diet.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Servings: 4 Serving
Calories: 380kcal
Cost: $4 per serving

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 Yellow Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice
  • Sliced Green Onions for garnish

Instructions

Instructions:

  • 1. Cook the Beef
  • Heat Sesame Oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Ground Beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s no longer pink. This should take about 5 minutes. Remove any excess fat.
  • 2. SautĂ© the Aromatics
  • Toss in the chopped Yellow Onion and minced Garlic. Cook them for 2 minutes until the onions are soft and fragrant. The garlic adds that amazing aroma that’s the base of the dish.
  • 3. Make the Sauce
  • Stir in the Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar, and Rice Vinegar. Pour in the Beef Broth and let it all simmer for 10 minutes. This creates that perfect blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors.
  • 4. Finish and Serve
  • Sprinkle in the Sesame Seeds and give it all one last stir. Serve the beef over a bed of Cooked Rice and garnish with Sliced Green Onions for a fresh, crunchy finish.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

This One-Pot Korean Beef Bowl is perfect on its own, but you can also add a side of steamed broccoli or even a fried egg on top for extra protein!

Why This Recipe Rocks:

  1. One-Pot Wonder: Easy to cook and clean up.
  2. Balanced Meal: Includes protein, grains, and optional veggies.
  3. Big Flavors: Sweet, savory, and just the right amount of garlic.
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