Dump-and-Go Crockpot Sesame Ground Beef Rice Bowls

Name: Crockpot Sesame Ginger Ground Beef Rice Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lb lean ground beef (90/10); 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 tbsp pure sesame oil; 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup finely diced carrots; 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water; 4 cups cooked white jasmine rice, for serving; 1/2 cup sliced green onions, for garnish; 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

These Crockpot Sesame Ginger Ground Beef Rice Bowls are the ultimate solution for busy weeknight dinners during the chaotic holiday season. Ground beef simmers effortlessly in a sweet and savory garlic-sesame glaze right in your slow cooker, creating a rich, flavorful protein ready to scoop over fluffy rice. It is an ideal hands-off meal that keeps dinner simple, nourishing, and completely stress-free for families and meal preppers alike.

Crockpot Sesame Ginger Ground Beef Rice Bowls, an easy crockpot dinner recipe

Prep: 15 minCook: 4 hrTotal: 4 hr 15 minServes: 6

Ingredients

2 lb lean ground beef (90/10)
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tbsp pure sesame oil
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup finely diced carrots
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
4 cups cooked white jasmine rice, for serving
1/2 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

Add the ground beef, low-sodium soy sauce, dark brown sugar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and diced carrots directly into the crockpot insert. Break up the beef into small crumbles using a wooden spoon.
Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours (or HIGH for 2 hours) until the ground beef is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165 F.
Skim off any excess grease from the top if desired. Stir in the cornstarch and water mixture during the last 20 minutes of cooking on HIGH to allow the sauce to thicken into a glossy glaze.
Spoon the savory cooked beef and sauce generously over individual bowls of warm white jasmine rice.
Garnish each bowl with fresh sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.

Tips

Meal Prep Storage: Divide cooked beef and rice into airtight containers; refrigerate for up to 4 days for quick, reheat-and-eat lunches.
Low-Carb Option: Swap jasmine rice for steamed cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage to create a fresh, light bowl.
Freezer Friendly: The cooked beef mixture freezes exceptionally well in a sealed container for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.