Description
A flavorful and satisfying Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl featuring spiced sautéed ground beef glazed with hot honey, served over rice with fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and vibrant cilantro, finished with a zesty lime wedge for a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup hot honey
To Serve
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes, to build a flavorful base for the dish.
- Brown the Beef: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned and fully cooked, around 7-8 minutes.
- Season the Meat: Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly throughout the meat mixture to enhance the flavor complexity.
- Add Sauces: Mix in the soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce thoroughly to infuse umami and depth into the beef.
- Incorporate Hot Honey: Pour in the hot honey and stir well, allowing the sweet and spicy glaze to coat the meat while thickening slightly, cooking for approximately 3 minutes.
- Simmer to Meld Flavors: Reduce heat to low and let the beef simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes to ensure all flavors are fully combined and the beef is tender.
- Prepare the Bowl: Spoon a serving of cooked rice into the bottom of each bowl as the base.
- Assemble Toppings: Top the rice with the hot honey ground beef mixture, followed by halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro for freshness.
- Serve with Lime: Accompany each bowl with lime wedges on the side to squeeze over, providing a bright, citrusy contrast to the rich and spicy flavors.
Notes
- Use white or brown rice based on preference; brown rice offers extra fiber and nutrients.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to control the spice and sweetness level.
- For a lower sodium option, reduce soy sauce or use a low-sodium variety.
- Avocado adds creaminess and balances the heat, but can be omitted if desired.
- Leftover beef mixture can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
