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Easy Korean Ground Beef Bulgogi

This Korean Ground Beef Bulgogi recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy the delicious flavors of traditional bulgogi. Using ground beef, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering a flavorful and satisfying meal in just about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and gochujang (if using).
  2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Pour the bulgogi marinade over the browned ground beef. Stir well to coat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  4. Stir in the chopped green onions. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until softened.
  5. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Enjoy!

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the ground beef for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level. Add sliced mushrooms, carrots, or bell peppers for extra vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.