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Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls

Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls with Crunchy Cucumber Salad

These Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls are a flavor-packed meal with a refreshing cucumber salad that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef a rich and flavorful base
  • 2 tablespoons butter adds richness
  • 2 medium bell peppers, sliced balances the heat
  • 3 medium shallots, sliced enhances the savory profile
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped infuses aromatic goodness
  • 0.25 cup pickled ginger adds zesty note
  • 0.5 cup tamari or soy sauce provides saltiness
  • 2-3 tablespoons Gochujang the star ingredient
  • 2 tablespoons ginger juice enhances spiciness
  • 2 tablespoons maple or honey adds sweetness
For the Toppings
  • 0.25 cup toasted sesame seeds adds crunch
  • 0.33 cup chopped roasted peanuts adds texture
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 4 medium Persian cucumbers, chopped crisp and refreshing
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang adds punch of flavor
  • 0.25 cup chopped green onion or Thai basil provides fresh note
  • 2 tablespoons ginger juice or rice vinegar adds acidity

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • bowl

Method
 

How to Make Korean Gochujang Beef Bowls
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef, cooking it until it’s beautifully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Toss in the sliced bell peppers, shallots, and chopped garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender, around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour in the pickled ginger, tamari or soy sauce, Gochujang, ginger juice, and maple or honey. Simmer for a few minutes.
  4. In a separate pan over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Mix together the chopped Persian cucumbers, Gochujang, green onion or Thai basil, and ginger juice or rice vinegar.
  6. Layer the beef mixture on a plate, topping with toasted sesame seeds. Serve alongside the cucumber salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust the Gochujang amount to your spice tolerance and consider adding other vegetables for variety.

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