Gingery Ground Beef (Soboro Donburi) Recipe
This Gingery Ground Beef Soboro Donburi is a flavorful Japanese-inspired dish featuring ground beef cooked with fresh ginger, soy sauce, and sweet brown sugar, mixed with tender peas. Perfectly paired with steamed rice, it offers a quick and satisfying meal bursting with umami and a hint of sweetness in just 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Ground Beef Mixture
- 1 pound 90/10 ground beef
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
- ¼ cup water
Vegetables
- 1 cup frozen peas
To Serve
- Cooked rice (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the ground beef, soy sauce or tamari, ¼ cup water, brown sugar, and minced ginger. Using a wooden spoon, break up the beef and cook until it is browned evenly, about 8 minutes.
- Add Peas and Simmer: Stir in the frozen peas, continuing to cook the mixture until most of the liquid evaporates, about 5 more minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the peas to become tender.
- Serve: Spoon the gingery ground beef mixture over cooked rice if desired, and enjoy a warm, comforting meal with balanced flavors.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, ensure soy sauce is replaced with tamari.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content and make the dish healthier.
- Fresh ginger adds brightness, but you can substitute with ground ginger in a pinch (use about 1 teaspoon).
- Feel free to swap peas with other green vegetables like edamame or green beans.
- Adjust brown sugar to taste for desired sweetness.
