Sometimes you want a meal that hits all the marks: protein, flavor, something with a little crunch. This Pork Rind Sweet Potato Bowl does exactly that. It's filling without being heavy, savory with a touch of sweetness, and honestly, it comes together faster than you'd expect for something that looks this good.
The star here is Southern Recipe Small Batch Hot Honey pork rinds. They pull double duty in this recipe, both crushed on top for texture and used whole as a scooper instead of a fork. Yes, you read that right. Ditch the utensils.
Sweet potatoes bring that natural sweetness and soft, almost creamy texture when cooked right. Paired with seasoned ground beef and cool cottage cheese, you get a balance that keeps each bite interesting. The avocado adds richness, and the hot honey drizzle ties everything together with a little heat and a little sticky sweetness.
And then there's the crunch. Pork rinds have this way of making a dish feel more complete. They're not just a garnish here. Crushing them over the top gives you that satisfying snap in every forkful, and scooping with a whole rind? It turns the whole thing into something almost chip-and-dip adjacent. If you're looking for another crunchy, low-carb option, try thisketo onion rings recipe for a perfect pairing. Comfort food vibes, for sure.
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed into bite-sized pieces
Drizzle of oil (enough to coat the sweet potatoes)
Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for seasoning
1 lb lean ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cups cottage cheese
1 avocado
1 to 2 tbsp honey or hot honey
1 bag Southern Recipe Small Batch Hot Honey pork rinds
Directions:
Peel your sweet potatoes and cut them into small, bite-sized cubes. Toss them with a drizzle of oil and your spices until everything is evenly coated. You want a nice layer of seasoning on each piece.
Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté the sweet potatoes until they're tender and slightly caramelized on the edges. Set aside once done.
In the same pan or a separate one, crumble the ground beef and cook until browned all the way through. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions.
While the beef rests, peel and cube your avocado.
Now it's assembly time. Divide the sweet potatoes, ground beef, cottage cheese, and avocado between four bowls. Drizzle each with honey or hot honey, then crush a handful of pork rinds over the top.
Serve with extra whole pork rinds on the side for scooping. Trust the process.
If your sweet potatoes aren't getting that golden color, your pan might be too crowded. Cook them in batches if needed.
Cottage cheese might sound like an odd addition, but it adds creaminess and protein without overpowering the other flavors. If you're skeptical, give it one shot. It works.
Hot honey is the move here, but regular honey with a pinch of cayenne does the trick in a pinch.
You can grab Southern Recipe Small Batch Hot Honey pork rinds directly fromPorkRinds.com. Once you try the hot honey flavor, you'll probably want a backup bag. PorkRinds.com carries a full lineup of flavors if you want to experiment with different pork rind toppings for this bowl.
That's the whole thing. Four bowls, minimal cleanup, and a recipe you can realistically make on a weeknight without losing your mind. The pork rinds make it fun, the sweet potatoes make it filling, and the hot honey makes you wonder why you didn't try this sooner. Plus, it's the perfect keto chicharrones snack to satisfy your cravings while keeping things low-carb.
