Description
This Gochujang Ground Beef Bulgogi is a flavorful and quick Korean-inspired dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy ground beef is cooked with sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, thanks to a bold blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and gochujang (Korean chili paste). Serve it over steamed rice, in lettuce wraps, or with stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying, easy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (preferably lean)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prepare the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.Cook the beef:
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.Add the sauce:
Pour the prepared sauce over the browned beef. Stir well to coat evenly and let it cook for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.Finish and garnish:
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.Serve:
Enjoy over steamed rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside your favorite vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust spice level: If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the amount of gochujang.
- Protein variations: Try ground chicken, turkey, or pork for a different twist.
- Add veggies: You can stir in sliced bell peppers, shredded carrots, or mushrooms for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg