Description
Savory and quick, these Asian ground turkey and rice bowls combine tender turkey, a flavorful soy-ginger sauce, and fresh toppings for a satisfying weeknight meal. Ready in under 20 minutes with pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1.25 lbs lean ground turkey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (gochujang)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- Asian pickled vegetables or finely chopped raw vegetables (e.g., carrots, cucumbers, jalapeños)
- A handful of chopped cilantro
- Optional Finishing Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
Instructions
- Heat a large nonstick pan over high heat. Add sesame oil and garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey and sprinkle with salt. Cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns.
- When only slightly pink, add ginger, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste. Stir and cook for another 4–5 minutes until fully cooked and coated in sauce.
- Prepare the rice according to package directions and set aside.
- Chop cilantro and prepare your vegetables (drain or chop as needed).
- If using, mix the optional finishing sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Assemble bowls with rice, turkey, vegetables, and cilantro. Drizzle with finishing sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chili paste.
- Use ground chicken or beef as an alternative protein.
- Serve with cauliflower rice or cabbage for a low-carb version.
- Store turkey and vegetables separately for best texture in leftovers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
