Korean Beef

Ingredients 

• 2 tablespoons  (molasses or honey if not keto)
• 3 tablespoons tamari sauce or soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cornstarch ( or 1/8 teaspoon xanthan gum)
• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1/2 cup sliced or chopped scallions as garnish

Instructions 

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the monkfruit sweetener, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, pepper, and cornstarch. Set aside.
2. In a non-stick fry pan over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and garlic. Break up the ground beef so it resembles small pieces and cook for about 10 minutes, or until nearly fully cooked through, mixing occasionally.
3. Push the beef to one side of the pan and tilt the pan to allow any excess liquid to move to the other side of the pan. Use a spoon to scoop out all the excess liquid and discard.
4. Pour the liquid mixture from earlier over the cooked beef and mix together. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until the mixture has thickened and coats the beef.
5. Serve beef alongside your favorite keto side, such as cauliflower rice or even in a lettuce wrap. Sprinkle with chopped scallions when ready to serve. Enjoy!