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Easy One-Pan Korean-Style Ground Beef Rice Bowl Recipe with Fried Egg for Quick Weeknight Dinner

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A quick and satisfying Korean-inspired one-pan ground beef rice bowl topped with a runny fried egg, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (day-old rice works best)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Eggs (one per serving, fried sunny side up or preferred style)
  • Optional: sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon gochujang until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir frequently until fragrant but not browned, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until no longer pink and just starting to brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the browned beef. Stir well to coat and let simmer for 2 minutes so flavors meld and sauce thickens slightly.
  5. If using leftover rice, gently fold it into the beef mixture and heat through for 2-3 minutes. If fresh rice, warm separately in microwave or covered pan with splash of water.
  6. In a separate non-stick pan, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Crack in eggs and cook until whites are set but yolks still runny, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  7. Scoop beef and rice mixture into bowls. Top each with a fried egg, sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using.

Notes

Use day-old rice to prevent clumping. Adjust gochujang for desired spice level. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth. Fry eggs on medium heat with a little oil for runny yolks. Do not overcrowd pan when browning beef for best flavor.

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Keywords: Korean ground beef, one-pan meal, quick dinner, weeknight recipe, fried egg, gochujang, easy Korean recipe

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