Description
This Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl is a flavorful, nutritious meal combining lean ground turkey with a homemade teriyaki sauce, fresh vegetables, and a bed of steamed rice. It’s a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners, balancing savory, sweet, and tangy flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup broccoli, finely chopped
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger, cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons warm water until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Then add finely chopped broccoli and grated carrots, sautéing until vegetables are tender but still crisp, approximately 5 minutes.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce and Simmer: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the skillet with the turkey and vegetables. Stir well to combine and allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens and coats the mixture evenly.
- Serve: Spoon the teriyaki turkey mixture over cooked white or brown rice. Garnish optionally with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for a warm, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content while keeping flavor balanced.
- Brown rice provides a nuttier flavor and more fiber compared to white rice.
- For added garnish, sprinkle chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds over the bowl.
- Make sure to stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce properly to avoid lumps.
- This recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people or for meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Teriyaki turkey, turkey rice bowl, healthy asian recipe, quick dinner, ground turkey recipe, homemade teriyaki sauce
