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Korean Beef Tacos

Savor Homemade Korean Beef Tacos in 30 Minutes flat

These Korean Beef Tacos offer a flavorful and quick meal option for busy weeknights, combining savory beef, spicy Sriracha mayo, and crunchy kimchi.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 8 ounces Ground Beef opt for ground turkey or pork for lighter options
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce provides umami
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil adds rich flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red-Pepper Flakes adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger adds warmth
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil for cooking
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced for aroma
For the Kimchi
  • 1 cup Chopped Kimchi choose fresh varieties
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil for kimchi
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar for caramelizing
For the Sriracha Mayo
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha customize based on spice tolerance
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Lime Juice to balance richness
For Assembly
  • 12 pieces Mini Flour Tortillas corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • ¼ cup Diced Red Onion adds crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Cilantro Leaves for freshness
  • ¼ teaspoon Sesame Seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • large cast iron skillet
  • small bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, reduced sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground ginger. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
  4. In the same skillet, add sesame oil, chopped kimchi, and sugar. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until caramelized.
  5. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, and lime juice. Mix well to create the Sriracha mayo.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a skillet. Assemble each taco with beef, kimchi, red onion, cilantro, and drizzle with Sriracha mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Consider prepping the beef mixture in advance to save time. Assemble tacos just before serving for freshness.

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