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Honey Garlic Beef Rice Bowl 3 Secrets for Extra Tender Beef

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
This flavorful rice bowl features tender beef glazed with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice and vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb flank steak, sirloin, or ground beef
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1.5 cups cooked jasmine or white rice
  • 1 cup cooked vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, etc.)

Garnishes

  • toasted sesame seeds
  • sliced green onions

Instructions 

  • Whisk soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl to make the sauce.
  • Slice beef thinly against the grain or use ground beef.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef until browned and cooked through.
  • Pour the sauce into the skillet, simmer for 2-3 minutes, and add cornstarch mixed with water if a thicker sauce is desired. Cook until glossy.
  • Divide cooked rice into bowls, top with beef, vegetables, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra tenderness, marinate the beef briefly before cooking.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: beef, garlic, Honey