Description
Ground Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowls are a quick and flavorful meal that combines tender ground turkey sautéed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, offering both taste and simplicity. With the option to customize with fresh vegetables, every bowl becomes a vibrant culinary experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add ground turkey; cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Pour over the turkey in the skillet.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean beef for different protein options. Add colorful veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.