Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru), optional for heat
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sugar snap peas or chopped vegetables (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and measure them out accurately. Mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and chop the onion for a smooth cooking process.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of sesame oil, then sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and translucent. This step infuses the beef with deep, savory flavors.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), and Korean red pepper flakes if using. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld. Adjust seasonings based on your taste preference.
- Add sliced green onions and optional vegetables like snap peas. Cook for another 2 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp. Garnish with sesame seeds for extra texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use slow cooking for a more tender beef version. Just combine ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- Adjust the spice level by adding or reducing gochugaru according to your heat tolerance.
- Serve over steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free soy sauce)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg