Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl (Printer-friendly)
Bold spiced ground beef, roasted vegetables and rice, finished with a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle.
# What You Need:
→ Meat
01 - 1 pound ground beef
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup corn kernels, drained if canned
05 - 2 cups baby spinach or shredded kale
→ Base
06 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
→ Hot Honey Sauce
07 - 1/4 cup honey
08 - 2 teaspoons hot sauce, such as sriracha or preferred brand
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
10 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
→ Seasonings
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Garnishes (optional)
16 - 2 green onions, sliced
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Pickled jalapeños
19 - Greek yogurt or sour cream, for drizzling
# How to Make It:
01 - Prepare the rice according to package instructions, or use pre-cooked rice if available.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, chili flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until well browned, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
04 - Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to the cooked beef. Stir and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer beef to a bowl and keep warm.
05 - Wipe the skillet if needed. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat over medium. Sauté red onion and bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly tender. Add corn and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in spinach or kale and cook just until wilted.
06 - Divide rice among serving bowls. Top with sautéed vegetables and seasoned ground beef. Drizzle with hot honey sauce.
07 - Finish each bowl with green onions, cilantro, pickled jalapeños, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The magical sweet-spicy drizzle wakes up every bite with bold, addictive flavors.
- You can toss in almost any veggies or proteins you have on hand, making it endlessly customizable and never boring.
02 -
- The first time I rushed and piled ingredients without layering, the bowl tasted muddled—take the time to assemble thoughtfully.
- Letting the hot honey mingle with the rice for a minute makes the flavor soak all the way through, not just on top.
03 -
- Lining up all bowl ingredients before you start makes assembly a breeze with less scrambling.
- The boldest flavor comes from a smoky paprika, so pick the best you can find—it’s worth it.