Description
These quick and easy Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce combine seasoned, browned turkey with a creamy, spicy sauce and fresh vegetables over rice. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal, this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a balanced and satisfying dish the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Ground Turkey Mixture
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (or favorite cooking oil)
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1-2 Tbsp sriracha
- 2-3 Tbsp chicken broth
- 2 tsp honey
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp corn starch
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
- ½-1 Tbsp sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
Rice Bowl Options
- Cooked rice
- Shredded carrots
- Sliced cucumbers
- Shelled edamame
- Pickled onions
- Avocado slices
- Shredded cabbage
- Sliced green onion
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prep Bang Bang Sauce: Combine all bang bang sauce ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Adjust the flavor by adding more sriracha for spice or more honey and sweet chili sauce to mellow it out. Chill the sauce until ready to serve.
- Brown the Ground Turkey: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and break it into smaller pieces with a spatula. Cook until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Add Seasonings and Simmer: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add garlic, ginger, smoked paprika, onion powder, soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, black pepper, and sea salt to the skillet. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
- Thicken the Mixture: Sprinkle corn starch evenly over the turkey and stir well to thicken the sauce. Optionally, stir in about 2 tablespoons of the prepared bang bang sauce into the meat mixture for extra flavor right before serving.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls: Layer cooked rice in bowls and top with shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, edamame, pickled onions, avocado, shredded cabbage, and other desired toppings. Spoon the ground turkey mixture over the rice and drizzle with additional bang bang sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level in the bang bang sauce to your preference by adding more or less sriracha.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the salt content in the dish.
- Shelf life: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- For added crunch, top the bowls with chopped peanuts or crispy fried onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Asian Fusion
