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Easy Korean Ground Beef with Napa Slaw
This easy Korean ground beef recipe features a delicious mix of savory beef paired with a crisp napa cabbage slaw.
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Course:
Main Dish
Kitchen:
korean-inspired
Prep Time:
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
10
minutes
minutes
Total Time:
25
minutes
minutes
Servings:
4
Calories:
120
kcal
Ingredients
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2x
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For the Korean Ground Beef:
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1
lb
ground beef
85/15 or leaner
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3
cloves
garlic
minced
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1
teaspoon
grated fresh ginger
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1/4
cup
low-sodium soy sauce
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2
tablespoons
brown sugar
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1
tablespoon
sesame oil
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1/2
teaspoon
red pepper flakes
optional for heat
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2
green onions
chopped
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1
teaspoon
sesame seeds
for garnish
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For the Napa Cabbage Slaw:
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4
cups
shredded Napa cabbage
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1
medium carrot
grated or julienned
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2
green onions
sliced
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2
tablespoons
rice vinegar
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1
tablespoon
sesame oil
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1
teaspoon
honey or maple syrup
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Pinch
of salt
Instructions
Prepare the Slaw:
In a mixing bowl, toss together Napa cabbage, carrot, and green onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and salt.
Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss well. Let it rest while you cook the beef.
Cook the Beef:
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through—about 7–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
Lower the heat and stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in chopped green onions and remove from heat.
Serve:
Plate a scoop of Napa slaw, then top with warm Korean beef.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra green onion, if desired. Serve alone, with steamed rice, or wrapped in lettuce leaves.
Notes
You can add sliced green onions or sesame seeds as a garnish.