Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

Why Make This Recipe

Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls are a delicious, easy, and versatile meal option. They provide a healthy twist with ground turkey, colorful vegetables, and jasmine rice. The blend of sweet chili sauce and sriracha in the bang bang sauce gives these bowls a tasty kick that satisfies your cravings. Plus, they are quick to prepare, making them perfect for busy weeknights.

How to Make Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped broccoli
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

1. Begin by cooking jasmine rice according to package instructions, so it is ready and warm when needed.
2. 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.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned.
5. Once the turkey is cooked through, add the soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. Add the chopped red bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in half of the bang bang sauce, ensuring everything is well coated.
8. To serve, place a mound of cooked jasmine rice into individual bowls.
9. Top the rice with the turkey and vegetable mixture.
10. Drizzle the remaining bang bang sauce over each bowl.
11. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

How to Serve Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

Serve the rice bowls warm, using a scoop of jasmine rice as the base. Top with the flavorful turkey and vegetable mix, then finish with a drizzle of the bang bang sauce. For added crunch and flavor, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

How to Store Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, reheat the bowls in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Tips to Make Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

• Make sure to chop the vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.
• Adjust the level of heat in the bang bang sauce by varying the amount of sriracha.
• For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise in the bang bang sauce.

Variation

You can customize this recipe by using other proteins like chicken, beef, or tofu. Additionally, feel free to swap out the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand. Other great options include snap peas, zucchini, or edamame.

FAQs

Can I use brown rice instead of jasmine rice?
Yes, you can use brown rice, but the cooking time may be longer, so adjust accordingly.

Is this recipe gluten-free?
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.

Can I make the bang bang sauce ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prep the bang bang sauce a few days in advance and store it in the fridge until you are ready to use it.

Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

A delicious and easy meal option with ground turkey, colorful vegetables, jasmine rice, and a spicy sweet chili sauce.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Asian, Thai

Servings 4 servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice Prepare according to package instructions.
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce Adjust for desired heat.
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped broccoli
• 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking.
• to taste Salt and pepper
• 2 green onions, sliced For garnish.
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For garnish.

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
• In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, and lime juice to create the bang bang sauce. Set aside.

Cooking

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
• Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned.
• Once the turkey is cooked through, add the soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
• Add the chopped red bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli to the skillet, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
• Remove the skillet from heat and mix in half of the bang bang sauce.

Serving

• Place a mound of cooked jasmine rice into individual bowls.
• Top the rice with the turkey and vegetable mixture.
• Drizzle the remaining bang bang sauce over each bowl.
• Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
• Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop. For variations, you can substitute chicken, beef, or tofu for ground turkey, and swap vegetables based on preference.

Keyword Bang Bang Rice Bowls, Easy Recipe, Ground Turkey, Healthy Meal, Quick Dinner