Learn how to use ground beef in 21 amazing recipes from Asia. From noodles to meatballs, these Asian ground beef recipes are easy and tasty.
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Easy and Flavorful Ground Beef Recipes from Asia
Ground beef is one of the most versatile and affordable ingredients in my kitchen. I love how I can use it in so many different ways and create dishes from various cuisines. Today, I’m going to share with you 21 of my favorite ground beef recipes from Asia. You’ll find dishes from Japan, Korea, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and more. These recipes are simple, quick, and full of flavor. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal, a light salad, or a fun appetizer, you’ll find something to suit your mood and palate. So grab your ground beef and let’s get cooking!
For a quick and satisfying meal, blend tender beef, chewy noodles, crunchy veggies, and a savory sauce. Use your preferred type of noodles like ramen, udon, or rice noodles.
Indulge in the spicy and aromatic Thai dish, Pad Kra Pao Beef, featuring ground beef stir-fried with garlic, chilies, basil, and oyster sauce. Complete the meal by serving it over rice with a fried egg on top.
Experience an Easy Beef Bibimbap, a vibrant Korean rice bowl with a medley of colorful toppings including beef, spinach, carrots, mushrooms, bean sprouts, and kimchi. Mix it all with gochujang sauce for a delectable meal.
Enjoy Beef Larb, a zesty and fragrant salad originating from Laos and Thailand. It’s crafted from minced beef seasoned with lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and an array of herbs. Serve it with lettuce leaves, cucumber slices, and sticky rice.
Savor the fusion of Mexican and Korean flavors with Korean Beef Tacos. These feature juicy beef marinated in a sweet and spicy sauce, complemented by a crunchy cabbage slaw and tangy pickled cucumbers.
For a paleo and whole30 compliant option, try the Ground Beef Stir Fry. It’s easy to prepare and customize, with ground beef, broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and onions cooked in a simple sauce of coconut aminos, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
Experience the hearty and comforting Japanese Dry Curry, akin to a stew. Ground beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and peas are simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. Serve it with rice or bread for a satisfying meal.
Indulge in the juicy and tender Japanese Hamburger Steak, made with ground beef, onion, egg, bread crumbs, milk, and seasonings. It’s pan-fried until golden and smothered in a delectable gravy. Pair it with mashed potatoes or rice and a side salad.
Try the Easy Mongolian Meatballs for a fun and tasty appetizer or main course inspired by the popular Mongolian beef dish. Made with ground beef, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water, they’re baked until cooked through and coated in a sticky sauce.
Delight in Menchi Katsu, a Japanese deep-fried delicacy known for its crispy exterior and juicy interior. These katsu are prepared with a blend of ground beef and pork, mixed with onion, egg, bread crumbs, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. They’re coated in flour, egg, and panko bread crumbs before frying and can be served with tonkatsu sauce or ketchup.
Simplify your busy weeknights with Cantonese Ground Beef Rice and Eggs. This straightforward yet satisfying dish combines ground beef with onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Serve it over rice with a sunny side up egg on top.
Turn leftover rice into a flavorful and filling Minced Beef Fried Rice. This dish features minced beef cooked with onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chili flakes. It’s tossed with cooked rice, peas, carrots, and scrambled eggs.
Embrace a paleo and whole30 friendly twist on the Vietnamese Banh Mi with the Banh Mi Rice Bowl. Ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, coconut aminos, and lime juice, and served over cauliflower rice with shredded carrots, cucumber, cilantro, and a drizzle of sriracha mayo.
Experience the savory and sweet flavors of Filipino Picadillo, a popular dish in the Philippines. Ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, tomato sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, raisins, potatoes, carrots, and peas. Serve it over rice or with bread rolls.
Indulge in the bold flavors of Hoisin Beef Noodles, a quick and easy dish that’s packed with taste. Ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, ginger, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste, and then served over your choice of noodles with green onions and sesame seeds.
Opt for a light and refreshing option with Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps, a low-carb and gluten-free dish. Ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, ginger, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. They’re served in lettuce leaves with shredded carrots, cabbage, and cilantro.
Whip up a simple and delicious Teriyaki Ground Beef and Broccoli in just 20 minutes. Ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water, and served over rice with steamed broccoli and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
For a rich and hearty sauce made in the pressure cooker, try the Instant Pot Hong Kong-style Bolognese. Ground beef is cooked with onion, carrot, celery, garlic, tomato paste, red wine, beef broth, bay leaf, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Serve it over your choice of pasta with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Indulge in the spicy and satisfying flavors of Beef Nasi Goreng, a fiery Indonesian fried rice dish. Ground beef is cooked with onion, garlic, chili, kecap manis, soy sauce, tomato ketchup, and lime juice, and tossed with cooked rice, eggs, green onions, and fried shallots.
Experience the crispy bottom and tender top of Beef Potstickers, a classic Chinese dumpling. Made with ground beef, cabbage, green onion, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, they’re wrapped in wonton wrappers and pan-fried until golden. Serve them with a dipping sauce of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.
Treat yourself to the fiery and flavorful Spicy Firecracker Beef, a dish with thin slices of beef marinated in soy sauce, cornstarch, baking soda, and water. They’re coated in flour and deep-fried until crispy, then tossed in a spicy sauce of honey, vinegar, chili paste, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Serve them with rice and a garnish of green onions.
Ingredients
- Quick Asian Beef Ramen Noodles
- Thai Holy Basil Stir Fry With Beef (Pad Kra Pao)
- Easy Korean Beef Bibimbap
- Beef Larb
- Korean Beef Tacos With Cabbage Slaw and Pickled Cucumbers
- Ground Beef Stir Fry (Paleo, WHOLE30)
- Japanese Dry Curry
- Melt-In-Your-Mouth Japanese Hamburger Steak
- Easy Mongolian Meatballs
- Menchi Katsu (Ground Meat Cutlet)
- Cantonese Ground Beef Rice and Eggs
- Minced Beef Fried Rice
- Vietnamese Banh MI Rice Bowl Recipe (Paleo & WHOLE30)
- Filipino Picadillo
- Hoisin Beef Noodles
- Asian-Style Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
- Teriyaki Ground Beef and Broccoli
- Instant Pot Bolognese (Hong Kong Style)
- Beef Nasi Goreng
- Beef Potstickers (Dumplings)
- Spicy Firecracker Beef
Instructions
- Select your favorite Asian ground beef recipe.
- Gather all the necessary ingredients.
- Embark on a flavorful journey with a delicious Asian meal!
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