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Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl with vegetables and sauce

Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl

A savory and sticky bowl that combines ground beef, hot honey, and rice for an unforgettable meal that's perfect for any day of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 is recommended for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/4 cup hot honey Substitute with regular honey and red pepper flakes if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Can use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions For garnish
  • sesame seeds For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in the hot honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir until the rice is well coated with the beef mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  5. Remove from heat and serve the beef mixture in bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for an added pop of flavor.

Notes

Let the rice absorb the sauce for better flavor. For a comfort upgrade, consider pairing with ramen noodles.