Ground Turkey Rice Bowls Bang Bang (Print-Friendly Version)
Spicy ground turkey and rice bowls with bang bang sauce, crunchy veggies, and quick prep for weeknight dinners.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Ground Turkey Mixture
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1 pound ground turkey
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1 tablespoon sesame oil or preferred neutral cooking oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
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1 tablespoon sriracha
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2 tablespoons chicken broth
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2 teaspoons honey
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
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1/2 tablespoon sriracha
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1 teaspoon rice vinegar
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2 teaspoons honey
→ Rice Bowl Components
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2 cups cooked rice
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1/2 cup shredded carrots
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1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
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1/2 cup shelled edamame
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1/4 cup pickled onions
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1/2 avocado, sliced
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1/2 cup shredded cabbage
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2 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# How to Make It:
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In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and uniform. Adjust seasoning with additional sriracha or honey if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and break into small pieces as it cooks. Continue cooking for approximately 5 minutes, until turkey is evenly browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in garlic, grated ginger, smoked paprika, onion powder, soy sauce, sriracha, chicken broth, honey, black pepper, and sea salt. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Sprinkle cornstarch evenly over the turkey mixture and stir well to combine. Continue to cook for 1–2 minutes, until the sauce thickens. Optionally, mix in 2 tablespoons of bang bang sauce for additional flavor.
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Divide cooked rice evenly among serving bowls. Top with seasoned ground turkey, shredded carrots, cucumber slices, edamame, pickled onions, avocado, cabbage, and green onion. Drizzle generously with bang bang sauce and garnish with sesame seeds.
# Extra Tips:
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For optimal texture, store rice, ground turkey, and sauce separately and assemble fresh when ready to eat. Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
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If the turkey mixture becomes too dry during storage, add a splash of broth or soy sauce to restore moisture when reheating.
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The turkey mixture freezes well; store in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.