Description
Discover the viral TikTok sensation – the Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl! A perfect blend of spicy heat, sweet honey, and high protein content. An easy, flavorful, and nutritious meal prep idea that combines savory ground beef with a touch of heat and sweetness. Great for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or quick summer dinners, this high-protein bowl is a must-try for flavor lovers and health-conscious foodies alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably lean for protein-rich recipes)
- 2–3 tbsp hot honey (for spicy-sweet flavor)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Optional: shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season the cooked beef with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in hot honey and soy sauce, mixing thoroughly to coat the beef evenly. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Transfer the hot honey beef to serving bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or with fresh vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a lower-calorie meal.
- Adjust hot honey and red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- Prepare ahead and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
- Freeze in portions for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg