Easy Korean Beef And Broccoli Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (90% lean)
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 0.33 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes(optional)
• 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until the sugar is mostly dissolved.

2. 2

   Steam the broccoli florets in the microwave or a steamer basket for 3-4 minutes until tender-bright green, then set aside.

3. 3

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled, draining any excess fat.

4. 4

   Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked beef and stir to combine.

5. 5

   Let the beef simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

6. 6

   Gently fold the steamed broccoli into the beef mixture until well coated in the sauce.

7. 7

   Serve the beef and broccoli mixture over warm bowls of rice.

8. 8

   Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.