Authentic Japanese Minced Beef Recipe

This flavorful Japanese minced beef recipe is a must-try for all meat lovers. Ground beef is seasoned with traditional Japanese spices and stir-fried to perfection. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside noodles for a satisfying and quick weeknight dinner. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy individuals who still want to enjoy a homemade Japanese dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 tablespoon sake (optional)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and the onions turn translucent.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small crumbles with a spatula.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), sugar, grated ginger, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked ground beef and stir well to combine.
6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is evenly coated in the sauce.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions over the beef.
8. Serve the Japanese minced beef over cooked rice or noodles. Enjoy!

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