PrintQuick Ground Beef Bulgogi Skillet
A fast and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef bulgogi skillet dinner, perfect for weeknights. This budget-friendly meal features tender ground beef coated in a sweet and savory sauce, ideal for serving over rice or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons mirin (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional garnishes: sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds
- Optional additions: sliced onions, shredded carrots, spinach
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- While the beef cooks, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the sauce over the browned ground beef in the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and caramelized, coating the beef. If adding vegetables like onions or carrots, add them during the last few minutes of cooking. If adding spinach, stir it in until wilted.
- Serve the ground beef bulgogi hot over cooked rice or in lettuce cups. Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- This recipe is easily adaptable for meal prep. Portion into containers with rice and your favorite vegetables for lunches throughout the week.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Consider this a great alternative to some meal planning services, offering a quick and satisfying dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg