Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil in a skillet until it shimmers over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook just until fragrant — about 30–45 seconds.
- Add the ground beef and use a spatula to break it into small pieces.
- Cook until the meat is thoroughly browned and any liquid has mostly evaporated.
- Stir in soy sauce, sugar, and red pepper flakes, then let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in the chopped green onions, and serve immediately over hot rice.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos. You can also use brown sugar or honey as substitutes for granulated sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: High Protein