Tasty Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef
A quick, flavorful dish that combines ground beef with gochujang and sesame oil, served over a refreshing cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2-3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add gochujang: Stir in the gochujang and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Prepare cucumber salad: In a separate bowl, combine the sliced cucumber with rice vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve: Serve the spicy beef over the cucumber salad, garnishing with green onions if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels as necessary.