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Delicious viral hot honey ground beef bowl served in a vibrant dish.

Viral Hot Honey Ground Beef Bowl

A vibrant, one-pan meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes layered with seasoned ground beef and topped with creamy cottage cheese and avocado, drizzled with hot honey for a sweet and spicy kick.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Potatoes
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean recommended)
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat, your choice)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or about 2 tbsp homemade taco mix)
  • 2 tbsp hot honey store-bought or whisked up at home
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Spread the sweet potatoes out on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until caramelized, about 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Cooking
  1. While the potatoes roast, warm the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and add a splash of water if needed. Simmer until the beef is browned and the seasoning clings. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
  1. Divide the roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned beef between bowls.
  2. Top with sliced avocado and spoonfuls of cottage cheese.
  3. Drizzle each bowl with hot honey to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro, lime, red pepper flakes, or sliced scallions for extra brightness.

Notes

Stash leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy them for up to 3–4 days in the fridge. Feel free to mix and match toppings again for a fresh eat. For the best texture, reheat in a skillet.