Name: Hot Honey Beef Bowls
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef, 90 percent lean or leaner (You can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.); 1 medium onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced; 1 cup carrots, matchsticks or thin slices; 2 to 3 cups cooked rice or cauliflower rice, for serving (You can use white, brown, or quinoa.); 3 tablespoons honey (Any honey works; maple syrup can also be used.); 1 to 1.5 tablespoons hot sauce (Choose your heat level.); 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari (Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.); 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch (Optional for thickening.); 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper; Green onions and sesame seeds, optional but great; Lime wedges for brightness (Essential for finishing.)

Description

These High-Protein Hot Honey Beef Bowls are a quick and flavorful meal featuring juicy ground beef, a spicy hot honey glaze, and crisp vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Core Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef, 90 percent lean or leaner (You can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.)
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 cup carrots, matchsticks or thin slices
2 to 3 cups cooked rice or cauliflower rice, for serving (You can use white, brown, or quinoa.)

Hot Honey Glaze

3 tablespoons honey (Any honey works; maple syrup can also be used.)
1 to 1.5 tablespoons hot sauce (Choose your heat level.)
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari (Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch (Optional for thickening.)

Finishes

1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper
Green onions and sesame seeds, optional but great
Lime wedges for brightness (Essential for finishing.)

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Instructions

Preparation

Start cooking your rice or cauliflower rice so it’s ready when the beef is.
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the beef with a splash of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and let it sear.
Once the beef is browned, add diced onions and carrots to the skillet. Cook until the onions are soft.
Add the sliced bell pepper and minced garlic. Stir everything together and continue to cook.

Making the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, and vinegar. If you want a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch until smooth.
Pour the hot honey glaze over the beef and vegetables. Let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the glaze coats everything.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more hot sauce for added heat, or more honey for sweetness.

Assembly

Spoon the cooked rice into bowls.
Top with the hot honey beef mixture.
Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to use different veggies like broccoli or zucchini, and experiment with rice alternatives.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food