Shortcut Bulgogi Ground Beef

SERVINGS: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb of lean ground beef
• ½ yellow onion diced
• 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons garlic chili sauce
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Optional serving options: lettuce wraps, over rice, over chopped lettuce
• Optional garnish: sesame seeds, green onions

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic chili sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add ground beef and cook until just browned, about 2-3 minutes.  Add in the diced onion and finish cooking until meat is fully cooked and onions are soft, about 6-7 minutes.  Break up the meat and drain fat if needed.
3. Stir in the sauce mixture and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Serve as desired and top with optional garnishes. Enjoy!

NOTES:

• If you do not get extra lean ground beef, you will need to drain the fat from the pan as directed in step 2.