Easy Korean Beef Bowl - Healthy Bulgogi Beef Bowl Recipe

Zoodles are an excellent gluten-free option for this healthy and easy version of the Korean bulgogi beef bowl recipe. The marinated sirloin steak and vegetables are delicious over tender zucchini noodles. I know this Korean beef zucchini noodle bowl will be in your weekly meal rotation.

This Korean beef bowl recipe dish hits the spot when you feel like ordering takeout, but want something quicker. You can cook this up faster than it takes to have food delivered.

Trust me, this will become your go-to healthy and easy dinner. Korean beef bowl has now become one of my favorite lunches on constant rotation. Asian noodles are delicious, but when you want a healthier, gluten-free version, try out my Asian zoodles recipe which is a play on traditional Asian noodles.

🥣 Ingredients to Make a Healthy Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowl

1. Ginger - Fresh ginger is best, but you can always swap it for ground ginger.
2. Coconut Aminos - I prefer coconut aminos but you can always use gluten free soy sauce instead.
3. Sesame Oil - This is the perfect nutty tasting oil for cooking Korean dishes.
4. Beef Flank Steak - This cut of beef is ideal, because it makes a tender beef bulgogi.
5. Zucchini - Creating zucchini noodles is easy and keeps the recipe low-carb.
6. Green Onions - A milder onion flavor, but you can always substitute with regular onions.
7. Garlic - This is a key flavor profile ingredient. Fresh is always best.
8. Rice Vinegar - A splash of this acidic ingredient is another key ingredient, so don't leave this out.
9. Coconut Sugar - This sweetener adds a balance from the spices. Feel free to swap with whatever sugar you have on hand.
10. Spinach - I like to add this vegetable for color and nutrients.
11. Carrots - This is not a typical ingredient in the dish, but I add it for crunch and vitamins.
12. Broccoli - The broccoli adds extra fiber, and this super food is also great for gut health.
13. Red Pepper Flakes - If you like a bit of spice and kick, this will impart that taste, but feel free to leave out if you dislike spice.

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❓ What is Korean Beef Called?

Korean beef is also called bulgogi. It is a Korean dish made ​​with thin slices of sirloin or other tender cuts of beef, marinated in soy sauce and garlic, then grilled with vegetables on a barbecue or on a griddle. You will love my healthy bulgogi recipe made with beef. 

❓ What is a Korean Beef Power Bowl Made Of?

Korean beef bulgogi is made with thin sliced beef, typically sirloin or tenderloin, ginger garlic soy sauce, noodles, and vegetables. This Korean beef zoodle bowl recipe is made with zucchini noodles instead of traditional noodles.

You can also make this with ground beef instead of thin slices of beef. Try my Korean beef bulgogi recipe below.

🍽️ What Other Items Do You Serve With a Korean Beef Power Bowl?

I chose to make this a low carb version by using zoodles rather than wheat or rice noodles. However, if you prefer traditional noodles, you should not prepare them according to the package, and add in the sauce recipe, beef, and vegetables prepared like the recipe below.

You can also swap the noodles and opt for rice, either jasmine white rice or even quinoa. The possibilities are endless.

🥡 Korean Beef Zucchini Noodle Dish - Easy Dinner Recipe Faster Than Takeout Delivery

If you are new to “zoodles” otherwise known as zucchini noodles, try switching out half your regular noodles in the dish with zoodles. You won’t even notice the difference, and over time, you can increase the number of zoodles until the entire meal is only made with zucchini noodles.

Replacing “zoodles” with regular noodles not only boosts the nutritional content, but also lowers the carbohydrate content, thus reducing the caloric intake. This is one of the reasons I love to make a beef zoodle bowl instead of traditional Asian noodles.

🫚 Tasty Ginger Sauce is the Star of the Dish!

This tasty ginger sauce recipe can also be used on ground beef or even ground chicken, instead of the flank steak used in this Asian noodles recipe. The spicy flavor of the ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes adds to the bold flavor of the bulgogi beef bowl recipe.

🐓 Can I Make This With Another Type of Meat, like Ground Beef or Chicken?

Yes, you can definitely swap in this bulgogi beef bowl, the sirloin for ground beef, chicken or turkey. The delicious flavorful sauce from the Korean beef zoodle power bowl goes well with any type of protein.

You can even try it with tofu if you want to make this a vegan dish. You can also try serving this with my delicious Korean pancakes recipe.

⭐️ Top Nutrition Tip

Zucchinis contributes to healthy digestion. They are also a very low-calorie vegetable, only 17 calories per 100 grams. Zucchinis are also a rich source of B-vitamins, especially folate, riboflavin, and B6.

❓ Want to Try This Healthy Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowl With Veggies Recipe?

One taste of this delicious Korean beef bowl recipe, and you will become a fan favorite of this recipe. You will be amazed at how much flavor is in this Korean dish. 

🧡 Learn How to Make a Korean Beef Zoodle Bowl Recipe

Learn how easy it is to make a quick and easy Korean beef bulgogi recipe with zoodle noodles.

📖 Recipe

Korean Beef Zoodle Bowl Recipe

Laura Villanueva

The spicy flavor of the ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes adds to the bold flavor of the bulgogi beef bowl recipe.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine Asian, Korean

Servings 6

Calories 226 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Small Mixing Bowl
• 1 Medium Mixing Bowl
• 1 Spiralizer
• 1 Large Pan

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound beef, flank steak
• 4 large zucchini
• 1 cup carrots (Shredded)
• 3 cups spinach
• 1 bunch onions, green (Thinly sliced)
• 2 teaspoons ginger, fresh (Peeled and grated)
• ¼ cup coconut aminos (Plus 2 extra tablespoons)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 ½ tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, fresh (Minced)
• 1 tablespoon sugar, coconut
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Optional Toppings:

• sesame seeds

Instructions

 

• Thinly slice the steak into thin strips, go against the grain. In a bowl, combine grated ginger, coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, stir to combine.
• In a separate dish, place the steak slices and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, but best to marinate for 6 hours.
• Peel the zucchini and use a spiralizer to create zoodles. If you don’t have one, you can thinly slice it into strips to create long noodles. Sprinkle with a dash of salt and set aside. This will remove excess liquid from the zucchini, ensuring a better noodle texture. If you are using regular noodles, prepare them according to the instructions on the package. Set aside.
• Place two teaspoons of sesame oil in a medium-sized pan and heat over medium heat. Add in the marinated steak and cook for 5 minutes.
• Remove from pan, drain any liquid, and set aside. To the same pan, add the remaining sesame oil, green onions, garlic, ginger, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Stir in the coconut sugar, vinegar, coconut aminos or soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and cook for 3 minutes.
• Stir in the spinach, carrots, and zoodles, and cook for 8 minutes until the vegetables soften to your liking. If you are using regular noodles, this is when you will toss them into the pan to mix with sauce and veggies.
• Add the prepared steak slices back into the pan, stir together. Garnish this zoodle bowl with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes. I hope you like this Korean bulgogi recipe made with beef.

Laura's Recipe Tips

Can substitute coconut sugar with honey, maple syrup, or regular refined sugar.

Can substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar or white vinegar.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 708mgPotassium: 998mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5540IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 3mg

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Fiber | Protein | Iron | Vitamin D | Calcium | Potassium

❄️ Storage Tips for Korean Beef Bowl With Veggies

Refrigerate leftovers for my healthier Asian noodles recpe in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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