Description
This Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl is a savory and slightly sweet dish combining spiced ground beef with a tangy hot honey glaze. Served over rice and topped with fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and cilantro, it offers a balanced meal with bold flavors and a fresh finish of lime wedges.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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
- 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 chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, around 7-8 minutes.
- Add Spices: Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to incorporate the spices into the meat.
- Combine Sauces: Add the soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine well with the beef.
- Add Hot Honey: Pour in the hot honey and mix well, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly, approximately 3 minutes.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the beef is fully cooked and flavors are infused.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place a serving of cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl.
- Add Toppings: Top with the hot honey ground beef mixture, followed by cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Serve: Serve with lime wedges on the side for a fresh citrus burst and extra flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add extra hot honey or a pinch of cayenne pepper during cooking.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice for added fiber and nutrition.
- Replace ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for variation.
- Make sure to slice the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- This recipe can be prepared ahead by cooking the beef mixture in advance and reheating before serving.
