Low Sodium Korean Beef

Satisfy your craving for bold, savory flavors with this Low Sodium Korean Beef recipe—a healthier spin on a classic takeout favorite! Perfectly seasoned with a lightly sweet and tangy sauce made from low sodium soy sauce, honey, and toasted sesame oil, this dish combines lean ground beef with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of crushed red pepper for balanced heat. Served over hearty brown rice and paired with steamed broccoli, it’s a protein-packed meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions for an authentic touch, this quick and easy dinner is ideal for those looking to enjoy Korean-inspired cuisine while watching their sodium intake. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or sharing with family, it delivers all the flavor without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 2 cups steamed broccoli
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the lean ground beef and cook until it's browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Once browned, drain any excess fat from the skillet and return the beef to the heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, honey, toasted sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 5

Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and stir to coat evenly. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, add the black pepper and sesame seeds, and stir well.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the sliced green onions.

Step 8

Serve the Korean beef over a bed of cooked brown rice with steamed broccoli on the side.

Step 9

Garnish with additional sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1251.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1520.9

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 281.1mg	0%
Sodium 1780.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 41.2g
Protein 116.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 184.7mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1522.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.5%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 42.1%