Description
This Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl is a quick, healthy, and delicious one-pan meal made with lean ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, and a sweet-savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Served over rice, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner for busy days and a fantastic choice for meal prep.
Ingredients
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For the Teriyaki Sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (to thicken)
For the Rice Bowl
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions. For extra flavor, cook it in chicken broth instead of water. Once done, fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Prepare the teriyaki sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. In a separate dish, mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Set both aside.
- Brown the ground turkey: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil, then crumble in the ground turkey. Cook while stirring and breaking it up with a spatula until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the vegetables: Push the turkey to one side of the pan and add the diced bell pepper, shredded carrots, and broccoli florets. Stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Combine and simmer: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetables. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Add the cornstarch slurry and continue stirring until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly, about 2 minutes. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the cooked rice into bowls and top with the teriyaki turkey mixture. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it spicy: Add a drizzle of sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Make it low-carb: Swap the rice for cauliflower rice or serve in lettuce wraps.
- Storage tips: Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water.
- Make it vegetarian: Substitute the ground turkey with crumbled tofu or plant-based ground meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg