Description
These Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce are perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (or other 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 sea salt (to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
- ½–1 Tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- Cooked rice (for serving)
- Shredded carrots (for topping)
- Sliced cucumbers (for topping)
- Shelled edamame (for topping)
- Pickled onions (for topping)
- Avocado slices (for topping)
- Shredded cabbage (for topping)
- Sliced green onions (for topping)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by creating the bang bang sauce, which is the heart of your rice bowls. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey. Use a whisk to blend these ingredients thoroughly. Taste the sauce and adjust the spiciness by adding more sriracha or sweetness with additional honey. Once mixed, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the turkey mixture.
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground turkey and utilize a wooden spoon or spatula to break it up into smaller pieces. Cook until the turkey is browned and fully cooked through, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Once the turkey is ready, lower the heat to medium-low and add in the minced garlic, grated ginger, smoked paprika, onion powder, low-sodium soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- To give the turkey mixture a perfect texture, sprinkle the cornstarch over the simmering turkey and stir to combine. This will help create a thicker sauce that coats the turkey nicely. For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a couple of tablespoons of the reserved bang bang sauce into the mixture before removing it from heat.
- It’s time to build your rice bowls! Start with a base of cooked rice in your chosen serving bowls. Next, layer on your favorite vegetables such as shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, and shelled edamame. Top each bowl generously with the turkey mixture, and then drizzle the chilled bang bang sauce over the top. For an appealing finish, sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions as garnishes. Serve right away and enjoy your delightful creation!
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Protein: 30 g