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Korean Beef Bibimbap Bowl Recipe

4.7 from 127 reviews

A flavorful and colorful Korean Beef Bibimbap Bowl featuring savory ground beef seasoned with gochujang, sautéed fresh vegetables, and topped with a perfectly fried egg served over warm short-grain white rice. This dish balances spicy, savory, and umami flavors, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 eggs

Rice

  • 2 cups short-grain white rice (cooked)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup carrots (julienned)
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh)
  • 1 cup zucchini (sliced)
  • 1 cup bean sprouts

Sauces & Seasonings

  • 3 tbsp gochujang sauce (adjust for spice level)
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Cook Rice: Prepare the short-grain white rice according to package instructions until fully cooked and fluffy. Set aside to keep warm.
  2. Brown Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the lean ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Simmer Beef with Sauce: Stir in the gochujang sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, and sesame oil into the browned beef. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Sauté Vegetables: In a separate pan, heat a small amount of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the julienned carrots, fresh spinach, sliced zucchini, and bean sprouts. Sauté for about 7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Fry Eggs: In another pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up over medium heat for approximately 3 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
  6. Assemble Bowls: Layer cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl, then top with the ground beef mixture, sautéed vegetables, and a sunny-side up egg. Drizzle with additional gochujang sauce if preferred for extra heat.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your preferred spice level.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace ground beef with tofu or mushrooms.
  • You can substitute white rice with brown rice for added fiber.
  • Make sure not to overcook the egg to keep the yolk runny, which enhances the flavor and texture of the dish.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.

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