Introduction

This high-protein beef and sweet potato bowl is a flavorful, balanced meal perfect for weeknights. It combines tender spiced beef with caramelized sweet potatoes and creamy avocado, all elevated by a spicy sweet honey drizzle. Simple to make and packed with nutrition, it’s a satisfying dish for any day.

A white round plate holds a colorful dish divided into four main sections. In the top left section, there are small cubes of bright orange cooked sweet potato with a soft texture. Next to it, in the top right section, are chunky pieces of green avocado sprinkled with sesame seeds and topped with fresh cilantro leaves. The bottom left section shows a pile of cooked ground meat, dark brown and crumbly, garnished with a few cilantro sprigs. The bottom right section features white crumbly cheese with a light drizzle of red chili oil and a small cilantro bunch on top. A silver spoon rests inside the plate near the cheese section, all placed on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

500g beef mince

400g sweet potatoes, peeled & diced

1 avocado, diced

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp gochujang

2 tbsp soy sauce

200g cottage cheese

2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Fresh coriander, roughly chopped (optional)

Sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Hot honey:

⅓ cup honey

1 tsp Korea gochugaru chilli flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Spread them evenly on a lined baking tray and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and caramelized.

Step 2: Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the beef mince, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Once it begins to brown, stir in the gochujang, then pour in the soy sauce. Cook for another 3 minutes until well combined and glossy. Remove from heat.

Step 3: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey with the chili flakes for 1–2 minutes until the honey bubbles and froths. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4: To assemble, divide the roasted sweet potatoes, beef mixture, cottage cheese, and diced avocado between serving bowls. Drizzle generously with the hot honey, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and add coriander if using. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra creaminess, swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt or crumbled feta.

Use chicken mince or turkey mince instead of beef for a lighter option.

If you prefer less spice, reduce the gochujang or omit the chili flakes in the hot honey.

Add a handful of fresh spinach or rocket for some greens.

Toast the sesame seeds just before serving to enhance their nutty flavor.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe vegan?

You can substitute the beef mince with plant-based mince and replace cottage cheese with a dairy-free alternative or mashed tofu. Check that your gochujang is vegan as some brands contain fermented fish.

How spicy is this dish?

The heat level is moderate thanks to the gochujang and chili flakes in the hot honey. You can adjust the spiciness by reducing these ingredients or omitting the hot honey drizzle if preferred.