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Easy Bulgogi Recipe Ground Beef

Easy Bulgogi Recipe Ground Beef
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This Easy Bulgogi Recipe Ground Beef offers a quick and authentic way to enjoy the classic Korean dish at home. Featuring a savory-sweet marinade blending soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and brown sugar, the ground beef cooks in under 30 minutes. Perfect for family meals and adaptable to various serving styles like rice bowls or lettuce wraps, this flavorful dish brings comforting Korean-inspired flavors to your table with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)

Marinade

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup as sweetener alternatives)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp rice wine or mirin
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped (divided; some for marinade, some for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, rice wine, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
  2. Mix Ground Beef and Marinade: Add the ground beef and chopped green onions to the marinade. Mix thoroughly using a spoon or your hands to ensure all the beef is evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to develop the flavors.
  3. Cook the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes while stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
  4. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and extra chopped green onions over the cooked beef. Toss to combine, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed to sear meat properly.
  • Marinate for at least 15 minutes; up to 1 hour for deeper flavor.
  • Taste the marinade before mixing to balance sweetness and saltiness.
  • Optionally sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving for extra crunch and aroma.

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Keywords: Easy Bulgogi, Korean Ground Beef, Bulgogi Recipe, Quick Korean Dinner, Ground Beef Bulgogi

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