Go Back
–+ servings
Maya

20 Minute Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls for Quick Meals

A quick and flavorful recipe for Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls that can be prepared in just 20 minutes.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. To serve, divide the cooked rice among bowls. Top each bowl with the gochujang beef mixture, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, and chopped green onions.
  4. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with crumbled tofu or tempeh.
  • Add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and nutrition.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!