Ground Beef Bibimbap Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Fried Egg
A quick and satisfying Korean rice bowl featuring savory ground beef stir-fried with garlic and soy, mixed sautéed veggies, topped with a fried egg and gochujang sauce. This korean-inspired korean ready in about 35 minutes pairs cooked white rice, ground beef, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 10 oz ground beef
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 medium, diced carrot
- 1 small, diced zucchini
- 1 cup, chopped green beans
- 2 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 fried eggs
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 10 oz ground beef and 2 cloves minced garlic, cook stirring frequently for 5 minutes until beef is browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sugar, cook for another 2 minutes until sauce slightly thickens and coats beef.
- Step 3: In a separate skillet, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat; add 1 medium diced carrot, 1 small diced zucchini, and 1 cup chopped green beans; sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Step 4: Add sautéed vegetables to the beef mixture, drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil, stir well to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
- Step 5: In another pan, fry 2 eggs sunny side up over medium heat for 3 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Step 6: To serve, divide 2 cups cooked white rice between 2 bowls; top each with half the beef and vegetable stir fry.
- Step 7: Place one fried egg on top of each bowl, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds evenly over both.
- Step 8: Serve with 2 tbsp gochujang on the side to mix in as desired before eating.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ground Beef Bibimbap Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Fried Egg take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Ground Beef Bibimbap Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Fried Egg?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cooked white rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ground Beef Bibimbap Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Fried Egg?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Ground Beef Bibimbap Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Fried Egg for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Ground Beef Bibimbap Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables and Fried Egg?
Korean korean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a winner. I'll be making it again and again.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The fried egg on top was a nice touch.
- ★★★★★
Loved the authentic Korean flavors! My family devoured it.