Korean Ground Beef Bowl Meal Prep (High Protein)
This Korean Ground Beef Bowl Meal Prep combines lean ground beef with a savory Korean-inspired sauce made from soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Served over brown rice or cauliflower rice and finished with sesame seeds and green onions, each bowl delivers over 40 grams of protein for a satisfying, meal-prep-friendly lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- large skillet
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- wooden spoon
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- meal prep containers
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean ground beef (93/7)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 5 cups cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Mince the garlic and grate the fresh ginger. Set aside.
- Whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned.
- Drain or blot any excess fat from the skillet to keep the meal prep lighter.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked beef and stir for 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced and evenly coated.
- Divide the cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice among five meal prep containers. Top with the Korean beef mixture.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and add fresh green onions before serving or store them separately for maximum freshness. Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Notes
Store bowls in airtight containers for up to 5 days. For the freshest flavor, add green onions just before serving. Freeze the cooked beef separately for up to 3 months and serve over freshly cooked rice. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner variation.