It’s been a hot minute since I shared a new recipe. Since most of my favorite recipes are included in my newsletter and resources tab, I haven’t felt the need to create more or overshare. But I couldn’t help it with this one.
BRAIN bowls are my obsession. This is the way I can maximize nutrient density while also making sure that my food is tasty and filling. Eating is a sensory experience that bring safety to the nervous system. I want as many of my senses engaged in the process as possible. This recipe is a perfect example. Per usual, there are so many other ways you can adapt this recipe to your own needs.
You’ll need:
- Jasmine rice
- 1 package grass-fed ground beef
- Cucumbers
- Shredded carrots
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Any other veggies you like (I used roasted brussels sprouts here)
- Optional: kimchi
Sauce for Korean beef:
In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together:
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
Directions:
- Cook ground beef in a skillet until cooked through.
- Get rice cooking according to package directions. (Add a tablespoon of coconut oil as water boils to increase prebiotic resistant starch and cut calories and glycemic load)
- Pour the sauce mixture over cooked beef, simmer. Add whites of green onions.
- When rice is ready, assemble your bowl: rice, beef, thinly sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, green onions, sesame seeds, and other veggies of choice. Roasted brussels sprouts or broccoli go great with this!
Optional probiotic and flavor enhancer: add a little kimchi to the bowl!
This meal was a hit with all the people in my house, and it was a nice change-up from egg roll in a bowl or ground beef taco bowls, which we tend to rotate regularly.
Let me know if you try it, or if you’d change anything. I’d love to hear feedback!
Psst – did you know my friend, pediatrician Dr. Alina Olteanu, asked me to co-author a book of brain-healthy kids’ recipes with her? It’s on Amazon now! Check it out!
