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A close-up overhead view of a bang bang ground turkey rice bowl, with a fork digging in. The textures of the rice, turkey, and creamy sauce are clearly visible.

Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls (Quick & Easy Recipe!)

These Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls are an explosion of flavor! Lean ground turkey is cooked to perfection and drizzled with a creamy, spicy-sweet bang bang sauce. A perfect, easy, and healthy weeknight dinner ready in 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ground Turkey:
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey 93/7 recommended
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or more, to taste
  • 1 tsp lime juice freshly squeezed
For Serving:
  • 2 cups jasmine rice cooked
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Saucepan For cooking rice
  • 1 Small mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package directions.
  2. While the rice cooks, prepare the Bang Bang Sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for one minute more until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce and rice vinegar, stirring to coat the turkey. Allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with the ground turkey mixture, a generous drizzle of the bang bang sauce, shredded carrots, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Notes

Meal Prep: Store the cooked rice, cooked turkey, and sauce in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Customize the Heat: The sriracha in the sauce is easily adjustable. Start with one tablespoon and add more for a spicier kick.
Protein Variations: This recipe works great with ground chicken, ground pork, or even crispy tofu for a vegetarian option.