Description
A high-protein, sweet and spicy meal prep bowl featuring ground beef cooked with honey, chili flakes, and savory aromatics, served over rice or cauliflower rice.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (85% lean)
- 3 tablespoons (60ml) honey (raw or good-quality)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) soy sauce (low-sodium or tamari for gluten-free)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups (600g) cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) neutral oil (avocado or canola oil)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by mincing garlic and ginger, slicing green onions, and cooking rice or cauliflower rice if not already prepared.
- Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving a little for flavor.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and ginger to the beef and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili flakes. Pour the mixture over the beef and stir well to coat. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the beef.
- Divide cooked rice or cauliflower rice into bowls. Top generously with the hot honey beef mixture. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Optionally add steamed veggies or a fried egg on top.
- Serve immediately or store for meal prep. When reheating, add a splash of water or broth to keep moist.
Notes
[‘Do not skip the honey as it balances the heat and soy sauce perfectly.’, ‘Toast sesame seeds for 2 minutes in a dry pan to enhance flavor.’, ‘Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor; powdered versions are not recommended.’, ‘Adjust chili flakes to your preferred heat level; add sriracha for extra spice.’, ‘Use pre-cooked rice or frozen rice packs to save time.’, ‘This recipe freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight and reheat gently.’, ‘Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, adjusting cooking time accordingly.’, ‘Make vegetarian by using crumbled tofu or tempeh and doubling garlic and ginger.’, ‘Add crunch with chopped peanuts or cashews.’, ‘Try quinoa or farro instead of rice for a nuttier texture.’, ‘Add a Thai twist with peanut butter and lime juice in the sauce.’]
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 38
Keywords: ground beef, hot honey, meal prep, high protein, sweet and spicy, easy dinner, bowl recipe