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Spicy Keto Korean Beef with Cucumber Salad Recipe

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Spicy Keto Korean Beef with Cucumber Salad is a flavorful, low-carb dish featuring savory ground beef cooked with Korean chili paste and aromatic spices, served over a refreshing cucumber salad. Perfect for those following a ketogenic diet, this recipe balances heat and freshness for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cucumber Salad

  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary to reduce greasiness.
  2. Add Seasonings and Sauce: Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, minced garlic, grated ginger, erythritol, and rice vinegar. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Prepare the Cucumber Salad: While the beef is cooking, combine the thinly sliced cucumber, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds in a bowl. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
  4. Serve: Plate the spicy Korean beef over the cucumber salad. Garnish with additional sesame seeds and green onions if desired for extra flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use a lean ground beef blend to control fat content but retain flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang to control spiciness level.
  • For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • Drain excess fat after browning beef for a healthier dish.
  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
  • Can be complemented with cauliflower rice for a full keto meal.

Keywords: Keto Korean beef, spicy Korean beef, keto dinner, low carb Korean recipe, cucumber salad, ketogenic meal, gochujang beef

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