Description
Savory Korean beef bowl melds tender meat with aromatic rice and zesty vegetables. Spicy, umami-rich flavors create a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 g) beef sirloin, sliced thin
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups (470 ml) cooked rice (white or brown)
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine thinly sliced beef with aromatic marinade ingredients, allowing flavors to meld for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- Warm sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, creating an ideal searing environment.
- Transfer marinated beef into hot skillet, spreading pieces evenly to ensure maximum caramelization and prevent overcrowding.
- Cook beef for 2-3 minutes per side, developing a rich golden-brown exterior while maintaining tender interior texture.
- Remove beef from skillet and let rest briefly to preserve juiciness and redistribute internal moisture.
- Prepare steamed white rice as a foundational base for the Korean-inspired dish.
- Arrange perfectly seared beef atop fluffy rice, creating an appetizing visual presentation.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds across the dish for vibrant color and nutty complexity.
- Serve immediately while beef remains warm and rice retains its optimal texture, ensuring a delectable dining experience.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by marinating beef for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator, allowing ingredients to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Opt for lean cuts like sirloin or flank steak to reduce fat content while maintaining tenderness and juiciness.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for sensitive diets.
- Enhance meal prep by cooking extra beef and storing in airtight containers for quick lunches throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg