Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce
Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce are the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a flavorful and satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This quick recipe features seasoned ground turkey combined with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce, served over rice and topped with fresh vegetables. Ideal for families or anyone looking to elevate their dinner routine, these bowls are not only delicious but also customizable to suit any taste preference. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a nutritious dinner that will leave everyone at the table smiling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2-3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1-2 Tbsp sriracha
- 2-3 Tbsp chicken broth
- 2 tsp honey
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp corn starch
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
- ½-1 Tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- rice (your choice)
- shredded carrots
- sliced cucumbers
- shelled edamame
- pickled onions
- avocado slices
- shredded cabbage
- sliced green onion
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- To make the bang bang sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, honey, and cornstarch in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground turkey until browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Stir in soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, black pepper, and sea salt. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture to thicken and optionally stir in some bang bang sauce before serving.
- Assemble each bowl with cooked rice as the base, topped with turkey mixture and fresh veggies. Drizzle generously with bang bang sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg