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Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef

Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef with Crunchy Cucumber Salad

A quick, low-carb dish featuring spicy Korean ground beef paired with refreshing cucumber salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Korean chili paste, adjust for spice level.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium recommended.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced.
  • 1 inch Ginger Fresh, minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Plus more for drizzling before serving.
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 1-2 pieces Cucumbers English cucumbers are best.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Use green parts for flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic, chop ginger, and dice cucumbers.
  2. In a skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté ground beef until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger to skillet, cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine cucumbers, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds; toss to coat.
  6. Serve beef next to cucumber salad; drizzle with additional sesame oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference. Serve with cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.

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