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Gochujang rice bowls

Gochujang rice bowls: A 30-Min Spicy Masterpiece


  • Author: folderfood
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

This spicy Korean-inspired dish features savory ground beef and crisp vegetables. Gochujang paste adds a distinct heat and depth of flavor. You can assemble these bowls quickly for a satisfying weeknight meal. The combination of textures creates a balanced eating experience.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked short-grain white rice
  • 0.5 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. Mix gochujang, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, sugar, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook ground beef until browned and fully cooked.
  4. Drain excess fat from the pan.
  5. Stir half of the sauce mixture into the beef.
  6. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
  7. Add vegetable oil to the skillet.
  8. Sauté carrots and spinach for 2 minutes until slightly soft.
  9. Fry eggs in the pan until whites set but yolks remain runny.
  10. Scoop warm rice into two bowls.
  11. Arranged beef, carrots, and spinach over the rice.
  12. Place a fried egg on top of each bowl.
  13. Drizzle with remaining sauce and the rest of the sesame oil.
  14. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey or firm tofu for a different protein.
  • Add sliced cucumbers or bean sprouts for extra crunch.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level.
  • Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier base.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 620 kcal
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 1100mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 72g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 215mg

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