Korean Style Ground Beef Bowls

Equipment

• Small bowl
• Large skillet
• Wooden spoon

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl until the sugar begins to dissolve.

   ⏱ 2 min

2. 2

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and spread it into an even layer. Let it brown undisturbed for 2 minutes.

   ⏱ 2 min

3. 3

   Break the beef into small pieces and cook until no pink remains and it reaches 160 F.

   ⏱ 5 min

4. 4

   Drain excess fat if needed. Add the garlic and ginger and stir until fragrant.

   ⏱ 1 min

5. 5

   Pour in the soy mixture. Simmer, stirring, until it reduces to a shiny glaze that coats the beef.

   ⏱ 3 min

6. 6

   Divide the rice among bowls and top with the beef, cucumber, and scallions. For meal prep, cool the rice and beef promptly and refrigerate in shallow containers, keeping cucumber separate.

   ⏱ 2 min