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Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl

Sweet & Spicy Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl for Quick Comfort

Prepare a flavorful Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl in just 25 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef or lean ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced yellow or white
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or powdered garlic in a pinch
  • 3 tablespoons hot honey or regular honey with chili flakes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce use gluten-free for a gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa substitute with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
  • chopped green onions or chives/cilantro as alternatives
  • sesame seeds optional but recommended

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering. Sauté 1 diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in 3 tablespoons of hot honey, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Prepare 2 cups of cooked rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Serve the beef mixture over the warm base.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and stored for up to 3 days. Add a splash of water when reheating if needed.

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