Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef with Cucumber Salad
Savor the bold, vibrant flavors of Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef with Cucumber Salad—a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining. This one-pan recipe features seasoned ground beef infused with rich Korean spices like gochujang, complemented by a refreshing cucumber salad that adds crunchy texture and balance. Enjoy a healthy, low-carb dish that can easily be customized to your taste. Whether served over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps, this delightful combination will impress your family and friends while keeping your keto lifestyle in check.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp Korean gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 cup firm cucumbers, diced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Mince the garlic and ginger; dice the cucumbers.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Mix in gochujang paste, soy sauce, and sesame oil; heat through.
- In a bowl, combine cucumbers with rice vinegar; toss gently.
- Serve the spicy beef alongside cucumber salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg