Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl
A comforting and chaotic bowl made with ground beef, rice, and a sticky hot honey sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for best results.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 small onion, finely chopped Add flavor and sweetness.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is best.
- 1 cup cooked rice Use leftover rice for convenience.
- 1/4 cup hot honey Adjust amount to taste.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use low sodium if preferred.
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds acidity to balance sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika For a smoky flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Freshly ground is best.
- to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish Adds freshness.
- as needed Sesame seeds, for garnish Optional, for added crunch.
Instructions
Cooking
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Taste as you go to balance the sweetness with vinegar. If the honey is too strong, add more vinegar or soy sauce as needed.