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Flavorful Korean Beef Bowl Recipe with Easy Creamy Gochujang Mayo

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A quick and savory Korean beef bowl topped with a creamy, spicy gochujang mayo that balances rich beef with fresh veggies for a comforting meal perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or thinly sliced beef (preferably ground chuck)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber or pickled radish
  • 2 green onions, sliced thin
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro or chopped peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook about 1 1/2 cups uncooked white or brown rice according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes). Fluff and keep warm.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine beef with soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Mix gently and marinate for 10 minutes if possible.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, and honey. Adjust spice and sweetness to taste. Set aside.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through with some crisp edges.
  5. While beef cooks, prepare veggies: slice green onions, shred carrots, and slice cucumbers or prepare pickled radish.
  6. Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each with cooked beef, shredded carrots, cucumber slices, and a drizzle of gochujang mayo.
  7. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and optional cilantro or peanuts.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

If beef releases too much water, increase heat to evaporate moisture and avoid steaming. Do not overcrowd pan; cook in batches if needed. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. For lighter mayo, substitute Greek yogurt. Adjust gochujang amount for spice preference. Leftovers keep well for 3 days; store mayo separately to avoid sogginess.

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Keywords: Korean beef bowl, gochujang mayo, quick dinner, easy weeknight meal, spicy mayo, ground beef recipe, Korean cuisine

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