Hoisin Beef Bowls (Printable Recipe)
Sweet and savory Asian-inspired beef bowls with customizable toppings, ready in just 30 minutes.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Protein
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2 pounds 90% lean ground beef
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
→ Sauce Components
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6 tablespoons hoisin sauce, premium quality
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Aromatics
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
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4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
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5 scallions, sliced with light and dark parts separated
→ Serving Accompaniments
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Steamed jasmine rice
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Chopped roasted cashews
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Toasted sesame seeds
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Shredded fresh vegetables (carrots, lettuce, bell peppers)
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef with baking soda using clean hands to mash together thoroughly. Allow mixture to rest at room temperature for 20-25 minutes to tenderize the meat.
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While beef is resting, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, tomato paste, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside for later use.
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Finely chop garlic, mince fresh ginger, and slice scallions, keeping light and dark green portions separate for staged cooking.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add tenderized ground beef and cook, stirring frequently and breaking into small pieces, until just slightly pink remains, approximately 5 minutes.
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Incorporate chopped garlic, minced ginger, and light scallion portions to the beef. Continue cooking while stirring frequently until aromatics are fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
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Pour prepared hoisin sauce mixture over beef and stir until meat is thoroughly coated and cooked through, approximately 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Gently fold in remaining dark scallion greens and spoon beef mixture over steamed rice in serving bowls. Top with desired accompaniments such as sesame seeds, chopped cashews, and fresh shredded vegetables.
# Extra Tips:
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Baking soda acts as a meat tenderizer by raising pH levels, resulting in incredibly tender ground beef
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Using 90% lean ground beef eliminates the need to drain excess fat while maintaining rich flavor
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Separating scallion parts allows for layered flavor development throughout the cooking process
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Bowl format allows for customizable portions and accommodates various dietary preferences