Description
At their core, Sesame Ginger Ground Turkey Bowls are a deconstructed stir fry served over a bed of fluffy grain. The star of the dish is ground turkey, a lean meat that serves as a fantastic canvas for bold Asian-inspired flavors. Unlike beef or pork, turkey has a lighter profile that allows the sharpness of fresh ginger and the earthiness of sesame oil to truly shine.
Ingredients
For the Turkey:
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean preferred)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili flakes or sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 2 green onions, sliced
For Serving:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or brown rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup cucumber slices
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Extra sliced green onions
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey:
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned.
- Make the Sauce:
- Stir in soy sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, honey, and chili flakes.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the turkey absorbs the flavors.
- Toss in sliced green onions.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Place a scoop of rice in each bowl.
- Top with sesame ginger turkey.
- Add broccoli, carrots, and cucumber around the sides.
- Finish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra green onions.
- Serve warm.
Notes
These flavorful Sesame Ginger Ground Turkey Bowls are a quick, healthy weeknight dinner packed with Asian-inspired taste! Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Top with extra sesame seeds, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, or a drizzle of sriracha for heat. Add crunchy elements like shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, edamame, or avocado for freshness. Perfect for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready. Enjoy with a side of kimchi or a simple cucumber salad!
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 20minutes
- Category: Maindish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1bowl
- Calories: 350kcal
Keywords: Healthy ginger turkey rice bowls, Ground turkey stir fry bowls, Asian style turkey meal prep, Sesame turkey and vegetable bowls, Quick ginger turkey dinner