Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is the first step to creating a meal that feels like a warm hug. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, sesame seeds
Substitution tip: If you’re out of ground beef, ground turkey or chicken works wonderfully as well!
Instructions
Ready to bring this dish to life? Follow these simple steps:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet. Stir in the chopped red bell pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the beef and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve the beef mixture over bowls of cooked rice. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Pro tip from my kitchen: If you like it extra spicy, don’t shy away from adding a bit more hot sauce!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
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