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Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce Recipe

Name: Ground Turkey Rice Bowls with Bang Bang Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 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; ½ cup mayonnaise; 3 Tbsp sweet chili sauce; ½-1 Tbsp sriracha (adjust to desired spice level); 1 tsp rice vinegar; 2 tsp honey; Rice; Shredded carrots; Sliced cucumbers; Shelled edamame; Pickled onions; Avocado; Shredded cabbage; Sliced green onion; Sesame seeds

ByNaomi Fletcher February 11, 2026February 11, 2026

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Introduction

This Ground Turkey Rice Bowl with Bang Bang Sauce is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with savory spices and a creamy, spicy sauce, it’s a crowd-pleaser that comes together in just 25 minutes.

A white bowl contains a colorful dish arranged in several sections: at the bottom left is a layer of white rice sprinkled with black sesame seeds, next to it on the right is a serving of cooked ground meat covered with a creamy orange sauce and topped with chopped green onions and more black sesame seeds, above the meat are bright green edamame beans, sliced cucumbers and thinly shredded orange carrots in separate sections, with a few sliced radishes peeking from the top left corner and a slice of avocado on the side. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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
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
Cooked rice, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, shelled edamame, pickled onions, avocado, shredded cabbage, sliced green onion, sesame seeds, and other favorite toppings

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce by combining mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl. Whisk well until smooth. Adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha or sweetness with extra honey or sweet chili sauce. Chill until ready to serve.
Step 2: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Once browned and cooked through (165°F internal temperature), reduce heat to medium-low.
Step 3: Add minced garlic, grated ginger, smoked paprika, onion powder, soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, black pepper, and sea salt to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Sprinkle corn starch over the turkey mixture and stir well to thicken the sauce. Optionally, stir in about 2 tablespoons of the prepared Bang Bang Sauce into the turkey for extra flavor.
Step 5: Assemble your rice bowls by layering cooked rice and your choice of veggies like shredded carrots, cucumbers, edamame, pickled onions, avocado, and cabbage. Spoon the turkey mixture over the rice and drizzle with additional Bang Bang Sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Tips & Variations

Try swapping ground turkey for ground chicken or tofu for a different protein.
Add extra sriracha to the Bang Bang Sauce if you prefer more heat.
Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
Include crunchy toppings like chopped peanuts or fried shallots for added texture.

Storage

Store leftover turkey mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the Bang Bang Sauce separate and refrigerated for up to 5 days. Reheat the turkey mixture gently in a skillet or microwave before assembling your bowls.