Korean Steak Bowl

Recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 lb (454g) flank steak
Salt and pepper
2 Tbsp (36 ml) reduced sodium tamari (or light soy sauce)
2 Tbsp (34 ml) sesame oil or avocado oil
1 Tbsp (15 ml) rice vinegar
1 Tbsp (20 ml) gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups (312g) broccoli florets (or broccolini)
1/2 lb (227g) asparagus, trimmed
1 medium zucchini (167g), sliced
4 eggs (44g each)
1 avocado (304g), sliced
1/2 cup (75g) kimchi, cut into pieces
4 green onions (48g), stalks only, thinly sliced

 

Instructions:

Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt and pepper and set aside.

Whisk the tamari sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, gochujang, and minced garlic to make the marinade; brush it over the steak, broccoli, asparagus, and zucchini.

Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until cooked to your desired doneness; transfer it to a cutting board, tent it with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

Grill the broccoli, asparagus, and zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until tender and lightly charred.

Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the eggs to the desired doneness (2 to 3 minutes for runny yolks.

Divide the sliced steak, broccoli, asparagus, zucchini, avocado, and kimchi between four serving bowls. Place a fried egg on top and sprinkle with sliced green onions.

Enjoy your Korean-style bowl! It’s a hearty and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any time of day.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)

486 Calories
46.5g Protein
26.8g Fat
9.1g Fiber
19.7g Total Carbs
10.6g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.