Easy Korean Ground Beef Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef (or ground chuck)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, sliced (plus extra for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set the mixture aside.
  2. Cook the Beef: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ground beef, breaking the beef apart as it cooks. Brown the beef for about 3-5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Simmer the Beef in Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the browned beef and stir well. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Serve: Serve the flavorful beef over a bed of steamed rice, and garnish with sliced green onions. For a complete meal, pair it with your favorite vegetables.

Notes

  • Add red pepper flakes or chili paste if you prefer extra heat.
  • For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.

Enjoy this simple, delicious Korean-inspired meal that’s ready in just 20 minutes!

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