These Sweet and Spicy Korean Beef Rice Bowls are the perfect make-ahead meal for a quick lunch or dinner. Savory ground beef, perfectly cooked rice, and sweet and tangy pickled cucumbers combine in harmony. Topped with a spicy gochujang sauce and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, these bowls are a flavour...
Start by cooking your brown rice according to package instructions.
BEEF
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In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped garlic, finely chopped ginger, sesame oil, soy sauce, and honey. This is your marinade.
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In a large sauté pan, heat a teaspoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sprinkle with salt. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
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Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it up into small chunks with a wooden spoon. Pour over the marinade and stir to incorporate. Turn up the heat to medium-high, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
CUCUMBER PICKLE
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While the beef is cooking, make the pickled cucumbers. In a bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Add the sliced cucumbers and toss until coated.
SERVING
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To serve, divide the rice, ground beef, and pickled cucumbers between 4 bowls. Drizzle each with gochujang sauce, then finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped green onion.