Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowls Recipe
This Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowl is a flavorful and healthy dish featuring ground turkey cooked in a homemade teriyaki sauce, combined with sautéed vegetables and served over fluffy white or brown rice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors with a nutritious punch.
- Author: Ella
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-American
- 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
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons warm water
Main Dish
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup broccoli, finely chopped
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Cooked white or brown rice, 4 cups
- Green onions, for garnish (optional)
- Prepare Teriyaki Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, granulated sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger, cornstarch, and warm water until well combined to form the teriyaki sauce.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic; cook until fragrant and translucent. Then, add chopped broccoli and grated carrots, sautéing until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet with the vegetables. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until fully browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce and Simmer: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the cooked turkey and vegetables. Stir everything well to coat evenly. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened nicely.
- Assemble the Bowls: Spoon cooked white or brown rice into serving bowls. Top with the teriyaki turkey and vegetable mixture. Garnish with chopped green onions if using, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to keep sodium levels in check.
- Brown rice can be substituted with white rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for more variety.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure soy sauce is tamari or gluten-free certified.
- Make sure to cook the ground turkey thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illness.
Keywords: teriyaki turkey, rice bowls, ground turkey recipe, healthy dinner, Asian-inspired, quick meal, stir fry