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Teriyaki Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

Savory Teriyaki Ground Turkey Rice Bowls in 30 Minutes

Enjoy savory Teriyaki Ground Turkey Rice Bowls, a nourishing meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Oil and Protein
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can be substituted with vegetable oil.
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can be swapped with ground chicken or beef.
Rice Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Brown rice is a high-fiber alternative.
Veggies
  • 1 cup Green Beans Snap peas or broccoli are good substitutions.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Regular onions work in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Fried Onions Omit for a lower-calorie option.
  • 1 cup Edamame Beans Use peas or skip if unavailable.
  • 1 small Red Onion Shallots can serve as a replacement.
Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Feel free to substitute with maple syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon Corn Starch Arrowroot powder is a suitable substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Tamari Regular soy sauce works if gluten isn’t a concern.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Paste Minced fresh ginger can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste Fresh minced garlic can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Quick Pickle Red Onions
  1. Boil 1 cup of water in a small saucepan. Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey until dissolved. Add ¼ cup of rice wine vinegar and thinly sliced red onions, soaking them while preparing the rest.
Prepare Rice
  1. Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rice with 1 ¾ cups of water. Boil, then reduce to low and cover, simmering for 15 minutes. Fluff and steam covered for 5 minutes.
Make Teriyaki Sauce
  1. Whisk together ¼ cup of tamari, 2 tablespoons of honey, ¼ cup of water, 1 tablespoon of ginger paste, and 1 tablespoon of garlic paste in a small saucepan. Cook for 3–4 minutes. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry, then stir it into the sauce and cook for 1 more minute.
Cook Turkey
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 1 pound of ground turkey for 6–8 minutes. Add green beans and the teriyaki sauce, cooking for 3–4 more minutes.
Assemble Bowls
  1. Scoop steamed jasmine rice into bowls. Top with turkey and green bean mixture, edamame, cucumber, and pickled red onions. Garnish with fried onions and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 33gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your bowls by substituting ingredients as desired. Excellent for meal prep by storing components separately.

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