Name: Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
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, 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 taste; 1 tsp rice vinegar; 2 tsp honey; Rice Bowl Options: rice, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, shelled edamame, pickled onions, avocado, shredded cabbage, sliced green onion, sesame seeds and more

Description

These quick and easy ground turkey rice bowls are topped with bang bang sauce that makes a simple meal level up in a big way. Seasoned browned ground turkey with soy sauce, sriracha and spices is tossed in spicy bang bang sauce and served over rice with fresh vegetables and other favorite toppings for a delicious weeknight meal the whole family will love!

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, 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 taste
1 tsp rice vinegar
2 tsp honey
Rice Bowl Options: rice, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, shelled edamame, pickled onions, avocado, shredded cabbage, sliced green onion, sesame seeds and more

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Instructions

Prep Bang Bang Sauce: Add all of the bang bang sauce ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk well to combine. Adjust the flavor by adding more sriracha for extra spice or more honey or sweet chili sauce to mellow it. Chill until ready to serve.
Prepare the Ground Turkey Mixture: Over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of sesame oil to a large skillet. When glistening, add the ground turkey and break it into smaller pieces. Cook until the turkey is browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Shift the heat to medium-low and add the garlic, ginger, smoked paprika, onion powder, soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, black pepper and sea salt. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
To thicken the mixture, sprinkle the cornstarch over the top and stir to combine. Just before serving, stir in about 2 tablespoons of the bang bang sauce into the meat if desired.
Assemble Rice Bowls: Add rice, vegetables and your favorite toppings to each bowl. Spoon the ground turkey mixture over the rice, then drizzle with bang bang sauce. Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The turkey will keep for about 3-4 days, while the sauce is good for up to a week. The turkey mixture can also be frozen for about 3 months.
If the ground turkey mixture becomes dry: Add some more soy sauce or broth. The skillet will still be hot when the seasoning and liquid are added, so the liquid can reduce quickly. Add an extra splash as needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish, Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American