One-Pot Korean Gochujang Beef & Kimchi Rice Skillet (18-Minute Recipe)
Savor the bold flavors of Korea in this quick one-pot beef and kimchi rice skillet, featuring tender ground beef, spicy gochujang, and tangy kimchi tossed with jasmine rice. Perfect for a speedy, flavor-packed dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (cold or day-old)
- 1 cup kimchi, chopped
- 4 each scallions, sliced
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1.5 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrot, shredded
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or Korean perilla leaves, chopped (for garnish, optional)
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Instructions
Heat neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until mostly browned, about 3 minutes.
⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ Medium-HighAdd the minced garlic, shredded carrot, and half the scallions. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
⏱️ 1 minuteStir in chopped kimchi and cook for 2 minutes, letting it caramelize slightly.
⏱️ 2 minutesAdd cooked rice, gochujang, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine and heat through, about 3 minutes.
⏱️ 3 minutesDrizzle with toasted sesame oil and toss. Remove from heat. Garnish with remaining scallions, sesame seeds, and cilantro or perilla leaves if desired.
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Nutrition Information
Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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