Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Spicy Bang Bang Sauce Recipe
Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce offer a flavorful and satisfying Asian fusion main course. Ground turkey is cooked with aromatic garlic, ginger, and spices, then simmered with soy sauce and a hint of sweetness. Paired with a creamy, tangy bang bang sauce and fresh vegetables served over rice, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
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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 soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1–2 Tbsp sriracha
- 2–3 Tbsp chicken broth
- 2 tsp honey
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt (more or less to taste)
- 2 tsp corn starch
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
- ½–1 Tbsp sriracha (more to kick up the spice)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
Bowl Toppings and Base
- Rice (a flavorful base)
- Shredded carrots
- Sliced cucumbers
- Shelled edamame
- Pickled onions
- Avocado
- Shredded cabbage
- Sliced green onion
- Sesame seeds
- Any additional toppings you love!
Instructions
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate until ready to use, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Aromatics and Seasonings: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Simmer with Sauces and Broth: Add soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
- Thicken the Mixture: Sprinkle corn starch over the turkey mixture and stir thoroughly. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes. Optionally, stir in 2 tablespoons of the bang bang sauce for extra flavor.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls: Place a serving of rice at the bottom of each bowl. Top with shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, shelled edamame, pickled onions, avocado, shredded cabbage, and the prepared ground turkey mixture.
- Finish and Garnish: Drizzle the remaining bang bang sauce over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Customize the toppings to your preference; add or omit veggies as you like.
- Adjust the sriracha quantity in the bang bang sauce to control the spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use chicken, shrimp, or tofu as alternatives to ground turkey if desired.
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