Korean Beef Bowls
These Korean Beef Bowls are a quick, high-protein meal combining lean beef mince, colourful vegetables and rice for a balanced, satisfying dinner. Designed to support steady energy and satiety, this recipe offers a flavourful alternative to takeaway while prioritising whole ingredients and practical meal prep.
Nutrition information provided as a guide. Individual needs and goals vary. For personalised support, book in to see one of our Accredited Dietitians.
Recipe Snapshot
Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Calories: 480 cal per serve
Carbohydrates: 50g per serve
Protein: 35g per serve
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon grated garlic
1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon gochujang paste
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, plus extra to garnish
1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
500g lean beef mince
2 spring onions, thinly sliced
2 x 250g microwavable basmati rice pouch
1 cup (240g) kimchi
1 carrot, julienned
1 Lebanese cucumber, sliced into half moons
Method
In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, gochujang, rice vinegar and sesame seeds until combined. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium–high heat. Add mince and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Pour in stir-fry sauce and stir well to coat the beef. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Turn the heat off and stir through the spring onion.
Divide the basmati rice among four bowls and/or containers. Top with the Korean beef mixture and a generous serving of kimchi, carrot and cucumber. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and spring onion.
Enjoy!
Benefits:
Lean protein supports muscle maintenance and satiety
Fibre from vegetables promotes gut health
Balanced carbohydrate source for sustained energy
