Recipe: Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls

A High-Protein, Macro-Friendly Meal Your Whole Family Will Love.

If you’ve been searching for a meal that tastes incredible and supports your fitness goals, this Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowl needs to be in your weekly rotation. It’s simple, balanced, high-protein, and filled with ingredients that support strength, hormone health, energy, and satiety — something both men and women (and couples) in our coaching program consistently benefit from.

Below, we’re breaking down why each ingredient matters for your health and how this bowl checks every box for flavor and macros.

Why you’ll love this recipe:

🥩 Flank Steak: Lean Protein for Strength + Fat Loss

Flank steak delivers high-quality protein to support muscle building, metabolism, and recovery.

Protein helps balance blood sugar, keeps you full longer, and is essential for both men and women—especially those navigating hormonal changes, busy schedules, or strength goals.

🍚 Jasmine Rice: Clean, Steady Energy

Jasmine rice gives you the quick-burning, steady energy your body needs for busy days, workouts, and parenting life.

Carbs are fuel — not the enemy. Including them in balanced meals supports performance, mood, and long-term sustainable fat loss.

🧄🫚 Garlic + Ginger: Gut & Immune System Support

These powerhouse aromatics fight inflammation, support digestion, and boost immunity.

They also help your body absorb nutrients more effectively — and take the flavor of this bowl to the next level.

🥕🥒 Carrots, Cucumbers & Green Onions: Fiber + Micronutrients

This fresh produce adds crunch, color, vitamins, minerals, and fiber to support digestion and fullness.

A simple way to level up your bowl and get more plants into your day without feeling like you’re eating “diet food.”

🥄 Soy Sauce + Sesame Oil: Big Flavor, Minimal Calories

These small-but-mighty ingredients transform the dish with depth and savoriness without requiring heavy, calorie-packed sauces.

Perfect for keeping things macro-friendly.

🔥 Spicy Cream Sauce: Add as Much or as Little as You Want

Made with mayo, sriracha, lime juice, and honey — this customizable sauce adds creaminess and heat.

Use a little for a lighter bowl or a full drizzle if you want a higher-calorie, higher-satiety flavor punch.

We teach clients how to customize sauces like this to fit their macros without feeling restricted.

❤️ Why This Recipe Works for Your Health Goals

This bowl is:

• High in protein

• Balanced with carbs + fats

• Flexible for families

• Perfect for meal prep

• Easy to track and log in our app

• Delicious enough that you want to eat healthy

At Layden Fitness Co., our goal is to teach you how to build meals that fit your real life.

This is the perfect example of something simple, satisfying, and supportive of your goals.

Korean BBQ Steak Rice Bowls

Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Steak + Marinade

• 1 pound flank steak

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon grated ginger

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Bowls

• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice

• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

• 1/4 cup shredded carrots

• 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced

For the Spicy Cream Sauce

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1 tablespoon sriracha

• 1 teaspoon lime juice

• 1 teaspoon honey

• Salt to taste

Directions:

1. Marinate the Steak
   In a bowl, combine vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper.
   Add the flank steak and coat thoroughly.
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

2. Prepare the Spicy Cream Sauce
   While the steak marinates, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt.
   Adjust heat by adding more sriracha if desired. Set aside.

3. Cook the Steak
   Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
   Cook the steak 4–5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your preferred doneness.
   Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

4. Assemble the Bowls
   Divide the cooked jasmine rice among four bowls.
   Top each bowl with sliced steak, green onions, shredded carrots, and cucumber slices.

5. Add the Sauce
   Drizzle the spicy cream sauce on top, or serve on the side for a lighter option.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

📊 Nutrition (Per Bowl)

(Based on original recipe + full sauce; can vary if you lighten or modify the sauce)

• Calories: 480 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 45 g

• Protein: 30 g

• Fat: 20 g

❤️ Coach’s Notes

• Swap half the mayo for Greek yogurt to increase protein + reduce calories.

• Add edamame, cabbage, or sautéed peppers for more volume + fiber.

• Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.

You don’t have to figure this out alone. If you love simple, macro-balanced meals like this, check out our full coaching programs where we help busy men, women, and couples build sustainable nutrition habits.

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