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Easy Korean Ground Beef Bowls with Fried Egg

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A quick and comforting Korean-inspired ground beef bowl topped with a runny fried egg, balancing sweet and savory flavors for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cups (960 grams) cooked white rice (short-grain or jasmine)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for sautéing aromatics and beef)
  • Salt (for seasoning eggs)
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • Optional: fresh lime juice to balance sauce
  • Optional: gochujang for spicy kick
  • Optional: fresh julienned cucumbers or carrots for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups (480 grams) of white rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook according to your rice cooker instructions or simmer in a pot with 2½ cups (600 ml) water for 15 minutes on low heat. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned and starting to crisp at edges.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the meat.
  6. While the beef simmers, heat a nonstick frying pan over medium heat with a little oil. Crack 4 eggs in, cooking sunny-side-up for about 3-4 minutes or until the whites are set but yolks remain runny. Season with a pinch of salt.
  7. Scoop warm rice into bowls, top with a generous helping of the Korean ground beef mixture, then place a fried egg on top.
  8. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the bowls. Add extra red pepper flakes or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan when browning beef to ensure caramelization. Fry eggs last to keep yolks runny. If sauce is too salty, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For vegetarian, swap beef with tempeh or lentils.

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