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Flavorful Korean Ground Beef Bowl Recipe with Easy Spicy Gochujang Mayo

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A quick and satisfying Korean ground beef bowl featuring a spicy gochujang mayo that adds a creamy, tangy kick. Perfect for busy weeknights with simple ingredients and bold flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80% lean)
  • 3 cups (600g) cooked white or jasmine rice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded or julienned
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • Optional: fried egg for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook 3 cups (600g) of white or jasmine rice according to package instructions, about 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. While the rice cooks, mince garlic, grate ginger, thinly slice green onions, shred or julienne carrot, and slice cucumber. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons gochujang, 1/3 cup (80ml) mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon rice vinegar. Stir until smooth and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking it up for even texture.
  5. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and beef is fully cooked.
  7. Assemble bowls by spooning rice, topping with beef mixture, and arranging carrots, cucumber, and green onions around the sides.
  8. Drizzle spicy gochujang mayo over the top or serve on the side.
  9. Optional: garnish with toasted sesame seeds or add a fried egg on top.

Notes

Do not overcook the beef to avoid dryness. Adjust soy sauce and brown sugar to taste for balance. Start with less gochujang in the mayo if sensitive to spice. Store beef and rice separately from mayo and veggies for best freshness. Optional add-ons include toasted sesame seeds and fried egg for extra richness.

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Keywords: Korean ground beef bowl, gochujang mayo, quick dinner, spicy mayo, easy Korean recipe, weeknight meal

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