Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl Recipe
This Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines ground turkey with a homemade teriyaki sauce, sautéed vegetables, and steamed rice. Ready in just 35 minutes, it makes a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both comforting and packed with protein and veggies.
- Author: Daniel
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Fat
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1/4 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (or less as desired)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (or less as desired)
- 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Warm water
Ground Turkey & Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup Diced onion
- 2 tablespoons Minced garlic
- 1 pound Ground Turkey
- 1 cup Broccoli (finely chopped)
- 2 Large carrots (peeled and grated)
To Serve
- 2 Green onions (diced, for garnish)
- 4 cups Cooked white or brown rice
- Prepare the teriyaki sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and warm water until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Set aside.
- Combine sauce ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, gently whisk together soy sauce, water, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, and ground ginger until the sugars are fully dissolved.
- Thicken the sauce: Slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture and bring to a simmer. Continue to cook until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat and set aside.
- Cook the aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Reduce heat immediately if onions start to scorch.
- Add garlic and turkey: Stir in minced garlic, then add the ground turkey. Break it apart with a spatula and cook, stirring occasionally, until turkey is about halfway cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add vegetables and finish cooking: Stir in grated carrots and chopped broccoli. Continue to cook until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Combine with sauce: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetables in the skillet. Stir to coat evenly and simmer for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each with the teriyaki turkey and vegetables. Garnish with diced green onions for a fresh finishing touch.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your warm and savory teriyaki turkey rice bowls right away for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use brown rice instead of white rice to increase fiber content.
- Adjust the brown and granulated sugar amounts according to your preferred sweetness level.
- To make this dish gluten-free, substitute tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.
- If you want more veggies, consider adding bell peppers or snap peas along with the broccoli and carrots.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated thoroughly before serving.
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