Description
Korean Spicy Beef Bowls are a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender marinated flank steak stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and served over fragrant jasmine rice. The spicy-sweet marinade made with gochujang, soy sauce, and garlic delivers a perfect balance of heat and umami that will delight your taste buds. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a perfect weeknight meal that is both satisfying and easy to make.
Ingredients
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Beef Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Vegetables and Rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Mix well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the beef: Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for 15 to 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the rice: Prepare jasmine or white rice according to the package instructions and set aside.
- Heat the oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to get it ready for cooking the beef and vegetables.
- Cook the beef: Place the marinated beef in a single layer in the hot skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until the beef is browned and fully cooked through.
- Add vegetables and stir-fry: Add the bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet with the beef. Stir-fry together for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp, maintaining a nice crunch.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the beef and vegetable mixture and add extra soy sauce or gochujang if you prefer a stronger flavor or more heat.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls, top with the spicy beef and vegetable stir-fry, then garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the bowls warm as a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Notes
- Marinating the beef longer (up to 30 minutes) enhances the flavor.
- You can substitute flank steak with sirloin or other thinly sliced beef cuts.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your heat preference.
- Use fresh vegetables and slice them uniformly for even cooking.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
