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Spicy Korean Ground Beef with Cucumber Salad

Spicy Korean Ground Beef with Cucumber Salad for Busy Nights

This Spicy Korean Ground Beef with Cucumber Salad is a quick and healthy escape from fast food, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be swapped with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium available for a healthier twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Substitute with olive oil if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Use sriracha or red pepper flakes as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Erythritol works well for a low-carb alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for better flavor.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used in a pinch.
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as well.
  • 1 large Cucumber Persian cucumbers are sweeter.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Perfect as a garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For visual appeal and texture.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until well-browned.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, brown sugar, minced garlic, and fresh ginger. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, combine sliced cucumber with rice vinegar and a pinch of salt. Toss and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Plating: mound beef mixture on plates, top with cucumber salad, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized for spice levels. Follow meal prep tips for storage and reheating recommendations.

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