Keto Korean-Style Beef Bibimbap
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Cuisine: Korean
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Serves: 4
 
This keto bibimbap delivers bold Korean flavors without the carbs. Savory sesame beef, tender vegetables, fluffy cauliflower rice, and a spicy umami sauce come together in a colorful bowl that feels indulgent but stays clean and keto-friendly.
Ingredients
  • Ingredients
  • Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 works best for flavor)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Vegetables
  • 3 cups cauliflower rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini, julienned or spiralized
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or baby bella)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt to taste
  • Keto Bibimbap Sauce
  • 2 tbsp sugar-free chili paste or keto gochujang substitute
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp powdered monk fruit or erythritol (optional)
  • Optional Toppings
  • 4 eggs (fried or soft-boiled)
  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions
  • Kimchi (small amount, optional)
Instructions
  1. Instructions
  2. Cook the Beef
  3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in coconut aminos and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Prepare the Cauliflower Rice
  5. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower rice and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and moisture has evaporated. Season lightly with salt.
  6. Cook the Vegetables
  7. Using the same pan or a separate skillet:
  8. Sauté mushrooms for 4–5 minutes until browned
  9. Add zucchini and cook 2–3 minutes until just tender
  10. Add spinach last and cook until just wilted
  11. Season lightly with salt.
  12. Make the Sauce
  13. Whisk all sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. Adjust sweetness or heat to taste.
  14. Assemble the Bowls
  15. Divide cauliflower rice among four bowls. Arrange beef and vegetables on top in sections. Drizzle with keto bibimbap sauce.
  16. Finish
  17. Top each bowl with a fried or soft-boiled egg if desired. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.
  18. Tips & Variations
  19. Swap ground beef for thinly sliced sirloin or ribeye
  20. Add shredded cabbage or bean sprouts for crunch
  21. For meal prep, store components separately and assemble when ready
  22. Works great cold as a next-day lunch bowl
Recipe by Keto Diet Cooking -Keto Diet Recipes and More at https://ketodietcooking.com/keto-korean-style-beef-bibimbap/