Description
A fiery, flavorful ground beef dish with a spicy Korean kick, featuring bold ingredients like gochujang and garlic. Perfect for anyone following a keto lifestyle, this dish is deliciously savory and low-carb.
Ingredients
For the Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80% lean)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Swerve (or any keto-friendly sweetener of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons chili flakes (for extra heat)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Start by heating 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Brown the beef for about 5-7 minutes, or until it is fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat if necessary, but leave a bit in the pan for flavor.
Once the beef is browned, add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir well to combine, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the ginger is softened. This step infuses the oil and beef with aromatic flavors.
In a small bowl, combine the gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version), rice vinegar, and Swerve (or any keto-friendly sweetener of your choice). Stir until the ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a smooth sauce. Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or spiciness to your preference. For extra heat, you can add chili flakes to the sauce at this point.
Pour the prepared sauce over the browned ground beef in the skillet. Stir well to coat the beef evenly with the sauce. Let the beef and sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. The sauce will slightly thicken as it cooks, creating a rich, flavorful coating for the beef.
Once the sauce has thickened and the beef is well coated, remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the beef for added texture and flavor. Garnish with sliced green onions and optional cilantro for freshness and color.
Serve the Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef hot, either on a bed of cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or on a salad. You can also serve it alongside steamed vegetables for a complete keto-friendly meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Fat: 30-35g
- Carbohydrates: 8-10g
- Protein: 30g