Description
This Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowl is a flavorful and quick meal combining tender ground turkey, colorful crisp-tender vegetables, and a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce served over fragrant jasmine rice. Perfect for a balanced weeknight dinner, this dish offers a delightful blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors with a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- 2 green onions, sliced
Rice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Begin by cooking jasmine rice according to package instructions, so it is ready and warm when needed.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, and lime juice to create the bang bang sauce. Set it aside.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Season the Turkey: Once the turkey is cooked through, add the soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the chopped red bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Mix the Sauce with Turkey and Veggies: Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in half of the bang bang sauce, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Assemble the Bowls: To serve, place a mound of cooked jasmine rice into individual bowls.
- Add Turkey and Vegetables: Top the rice with the turkey and vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle Remaining Sauce: Drizzle the remaining bang bang sauce over each bowl.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowl!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or tofu for variations.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spiciness of the sauce.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content if desired.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently to prevent drying out the turkey and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Keywords: Bang Bang Sauce, Ground Turkey, Rice Bowl, Quick Dinner, Asian-inspired, Easy Weeknight Meal, Stir Fry
