Ground Turkey Rice Bowls Recipe
These ground turkey rice bowls combine fluffy cooked rice with savory, well-seasoned ground turkey for a quick and delicious meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting dish is versatile and can be topped with your favorite garnishes like sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, or sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ⅔ cup uncooked rice (about 2 cups cooked)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ pound ground turkey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons less sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste or minced fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
Optional Garnishes
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped peanuts
- Chili oil
- Hot sauce
- Sliced green onion
- Sliced chili pepper
Instructions
- Cook rice: Prepare the rice according to the package instructions until fluffy and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Cook ground turkey: Heat olive oil in a 10-inch or 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and break it into small pieces. Stir occasionally and cook until fully cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add seasonings: Stir in minced garlic, soy sauce, ginger paste, chili paste, sesame oil, and fish sauce into the cooked turkey. Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to blend the flavors well.
- Assemble bowls: Divide the cooked rice between two bowls. Top each bowl with the seasoned ground turkey mixture.
- Add garnishes and serve: Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, chili oil, hot sauce, sliced green onions, or sliced chili peppers as desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Cook time includes the time needed to cook the rice; depending on the rice variety, cooking times may vary.
- Optional garnishes are not included in nutrition estimates.
- For a heartier meal, consider adding a fried egg or your favorite cooked vegetables on top.
- Nutrition values are approximate and should be considered as estimates only.
- Using a cast-iron skillet helps evenly cook the turkey and enhances flavor.
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