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Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef

Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef with Crunchy Cucumber Salad

Irresistible Spicy Keto Korean Ground Beef combines savory flavors with a refreshing cucumber salad, keeping your carb count low.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Or ground turkey for a leaner choice.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) Substitute with Sriracha for milder heat.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Avocado oil for a lighter option.
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Firm and fresh.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Mince garlic and ginger. Dice cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Mix in gochujang and soy sauce, cook for additional 2–3 minutes.
  6. In a bowl, combine cucumbers, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds; toss gently.
  7. Serve spicy beef alongside cucumber salad, drizzle with sesame oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Prepare cucumber salad just before serving to retain crispness.

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