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Spicy Keto Korean Beef

Spicy Keto Korean Beef: A Flavor-Packed Meal in 25 Minutes

A delicious Spicy Keto Korean Beef recipe combining fiery flavors with a refreshing cucumber salad, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20 blend) Can substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or pork
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Substitute with sriracha for a milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Erythritol Other sugar substitutes may work
  • 1 teaspoon Rice Vinegar
For the Salad
  • 1 Cucumber (thinly sliced) Can substitute with radishes
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Green Onions
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnishing
  • Salt and Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spicy Keto Korean Beef
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  2. Lower heat to medium, stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, 1 tablespoon of erythritol, and 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 thinly sliced cucumber, 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions, and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Serve the Spicy Keto Korean Beef in a bowl topped with cucumber salad. Garnish with additional sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For meal prep, store the beef and cucumber salad separately to keep the salad crisp. Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor.

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