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Macro Friendly Korean Beef

This Macro Friendly Korean Beef is a flavor-packed delight! Enjoy a healthy twist on a classic with ground turkey and bold Korean spices.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Korean Beef:

  • 1 cup yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 pound ground turkey (99% fat-free)
  • to taste Salt & pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • to taste Sriracha
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • Carrot, cucumber, and/or radish for serving

Instructions

Cooking Instructions:

  • Start by dicing the yellow onion and chopping the green onions. Set them aside for later use.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground turkey. Cook until it’s browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  • Once the turkey is browned, add the finely diced yellow onion to the skillet. Stir well and cook until the onions are translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
  • Sprinkle in salt, pepper, dried ginger, garlic powder, and ground coriander. Stir to combine, allowing the spices to coat the turkey and onion mixture evenly.
  • Pour in the soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, sweet chili sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir everything together until the turkey is well-coated with the sauce, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Drizzle in the sesame oil and add sriracha to taste, stirring until everything is well combined. This step adds a beautiful richness to the dish and a kick of spice.
  • Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the Korean beef over rice or lettuce wraps and garnish with chopped green onions. For a fresh crunch, add some sliced carrots, cucumbers, or radishes on the side.

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Chopping Board
  • Knife

Notes

  • Allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
  • This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • It also freezes well; store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.