Instant Pot Korean Beef

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

A savory and flavorful Instant Pot Korean Beef recipe

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

16g

Fat

16g

Korean Beef is a popular dish enjoyed all over the world. With its savory flavors and tender texture, it's no surprise that this dish has become a household favorite. The Instant Pot makes this recipe quick and easy to prepare, and it's a great way to add some variety to your weeknight dinner routine. This recipe is a healthier version of the traditional Korean beef recipe, as it uses lean ground beef instead of beef strips. This recipe’s balance of flavors, tender texture, and protein-packed ingredients make it a must-have in your recipe collection

Instructions

1.	Set your Instant Pot to sauté function, and add sesame oil and ground beef
2.	Sauté the beef until it is browned, stirring occasionally, then add minced garlic and sauté for another minute
3.	Add brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper flakes, and mix until fully combined with the beef
4.	Turn off the sauté function, and close the Instant Pot lid. Set to manual high pressure for 8 minutes
5.	Once the timer is up, quick release the pressure, and remove the lid
6.	Turn the Instant Pot back to sauté mode, and stir in sliced green onion until it wilts and is coated in the beef mixture
7.	Serve over rice or with your preferred accompaniments

PROS

This dish has a balance of sweet and salty flavors that are sure to satisfy your palate.
The Instant Pot makes this recipe quick and easy to prepare, and the simple ingredients are likely already in your pantry.
This recipe is perfect for a weeknight family dinner or as meal prep for a busy week ahead

CONS

The brown sugar in this recipe may make it high in calories, and the sodium content of the soy sauce could be a concern for some people.
Consider using low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the sodium content

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lean ground beef is a good source of protein that can aid in muscle growth and maintenance. The ginger in this recipe has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and soreness, and it also aids in digestion. Garlic has been shown to have immune-boosting properties, and it may help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer

	2 teaspoons sesame oil
	1 lb lean ground beef
	1 garlic clove , minced
	1/4 cup packed brown sugar
	1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
	1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
	1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
	1 green onion , thinly sliced ( optional )