Korean Beef Bowl

Source:  http://kitchensimplicity.com/korean-beef-bowl/
PointsPlus: 4 servings @ 12 points each
Drew’s Rating: 4/5
Sara’s Rating: 4/5

Modifications:  None

Notes:  When I first started eating this dish I wasn’t in love with it.  As with many dishes though the more I ate it the more I liked it.  It’s at the point where thinking back and remembering how good it was, is making me crave some more right now.  Yup, it was that good and really easy to make.  It had a nice balance of sweet (maple syrup), sour and salty (soy sauce), crunchy (some of the beef got caramelized in the maple syrup as it reduced), and creamy (we make a creamier style of rice).  Being a very straightforward recipe, it was nice quick weeknight meal and a cheap way to get some beef into the weeknight variety.  I’m sure some of my friends would be happy to know that you could easily swap the red pepper flakes for your favorite bottle with the rooster on it.  The only real way I think this dish could be elevated is to buy your own meat and grind it yourself because store bought ground beef can be sketchy sometimes.  A great side veg for this would be to stir fry some broccoli or green beans with some sesame oil, soy sauce, and minced garlic.  Will make again for sure!

Sara’s Comments: Really good for quick meal with beef. Liked the sweetness from the maple syrup, it was unusual and delicious! Only reason it’s not a 5 is that it’s not the most attractive dish and I don’t think I’d serve it for company.