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Easy Flavor-Packed Korean BBQ Beef Bowls Recipe for Perfect Weeknight Dinners

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This quick and easy Korean BBQ beef bowl recipe combines sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors with tender beef and crisp veggies, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 stalks green onions, sliced thinly
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers
  • 3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips about ¼ inch thick.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes to make the marinade.
  3. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes up to 1 hour.
  4. While the beef marinates, thinly slice bell peppers and shred carrots. Slice green onions, separating white and green parts.
  5. Cook 3 cups of rice according to package instructions.
  6. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Cook in batches if needed.
  7. Remove beef and set aside. In the same skillet, add a small splash of oil if needed and sauté bell peppers, carrots, and white parts of green onions for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
  8. Return beef to skillet, toss everything together for another minute to combine flavors. Turn off heat and sprinkle with green parts of green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  9. Divide cooked rice between bowls and top with beef and veggie mixture. Serve immediately.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking beef to ensure proper searing. Marinate beef for at least 15 minutes for best flavor and tenderness. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best taste. Optional: add gochujang for extra heat. Substitute tamari for soy sauce to make gluten-free. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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