Low Carb Korean Beef
Craving bold, savory flavors while keeping it low-carb? This Low Carb Korean Beef recipe is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that's bursting with umami and made in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender ground beef simmered with aromatic garlic, freshly grated ginger, and a touch of spice from crushed red pepper flakes, it’s perfectly balanced with coconut aminos and a sweet hint from Swerve brown sugar substitute. Served over a bed of crisp yet tender spiralized zucchini "noodles," this keto-friendly dish is finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions for an elegant touch. Packed with healthy ingredients, gluten-free, and easy to make, this recipe is a game-changer for anyone seeking a flavorful low-carb alternative to classic Korean beef. Ideal for meal prepping or a light dinner you’ll love to serve again and again!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp Swerve brown sugar substitute
- 4 Green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 2 Zucchini, spiralized
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Drain excess fat and return the skillet to the heat.
Step 4
Reduce to medium heat and add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir for about 1 minute until the mixture is fragrant.
Step 5
Add coconut aminos, Swerve brown sugar substitute, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
In a separate pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and heat over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Add the spiralized zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
Step 8
Remove the zucchini from the heat and transfer it to a serving platter.
Step 9
Top the zucchini with the cooked Korean beef.
Step 10
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Step 11
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your low-carb Korean beef meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (824.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1431.6 |
| Total Fat 114.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.7g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2576.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.7g | |
| Protein 81.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 134.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1783.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories