Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles
Description
Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles create a balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors with a quick cooking method. Ground beef is browned with garlic, then mixed with a sauce blending brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh ginger, sesame oil, and a touch of heat from sriracha. Spiralized zucchini noodles are added last, allowing them to soften slightly while preserving some bite.
The skillet cooking keeps ingredients combined and hot, making a satisfying main or light meal that pairs beef flavor with fresh vegetable noodles. Green onions contribute mild pungency, while sesame seeds add texture and subtle aroma.
This dish is served immediately to maintain the zucchini noodles’ firmness and fresh garlic flavor. It works well for those seeking a flavorful meal using simple ingredients and minimal prep.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- ⅓ cup soy sauce reduced sodium
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or more to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 ½ pounds zucchini spiralized, 4 medium-sized
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil and Sriracha.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat.
- Stir in zucchini noodles, green onions and soy sauce mixture until well combined, allowing to simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds, if desired.