Description
A quick and wholesome rice bowl made with lean ground turkey simmered in a sweet and savory teriyaki-style sauce, combined with tender vegetables and served over fluffy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Base
2 cups cooked white rice
1/2 small white onion, diced
1 teaspoon olive oil
Pinch of salt
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 bag broccoli slaw mix
Sauce
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Toppings (Optional)
Creamy mayo-style sauce
Chili sauce
Lime wedges
Sliced green onions
Sesame seeds
Instructions
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Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, diced onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook until the onion softens.
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Stir in garlic and ginger and cook briefly until fragrant.
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Add ground turkey to the skillet and break it apart. Cook until about halfway done.
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Add the broccoli slaw, cover, and let steam for a few minutes until softened.
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Push the turkey mixture to one side of the pan. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, and sesame oil to the empty side. Stir until dissolved.
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In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water, then pour into the sauce.
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Stir everything together and simmer on low heat until the sauce thickens and coats the turkey evenly.
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Assemble bowls with rice, turkey mixture, and desired toppings. Serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe is great for meal prep and reheats well for lunches.
- For a lower-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing or increasing honey to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min