Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Heat the avocado oil in a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the ground beef in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes to develop a dark, mahogany-colored crust. Break the meat apart with a spatula and cook until fully browned.
  3. Push the beef to the sides of the pan to create a well in the center. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, gochujang, honey, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  5. Pour the glaze over the beef and stir constantly for 2–3 minutes as the sauce bubbles and reduces to a velvety consistency that coats the meat.
  6. Stir in the toasted sesame oil, then garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.