Description
These Bang Bang Turkey Rice Bowls are a quick and flavorful weeknight meal featuring ground turkey cooked to perfection and tossed in a spicy, tangy Bang Bang sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy cooked rice and garnished with fresh green onions and cilantro, this dish combines creamy, spicy, and zesty flavors for an irresistible meal that comes together in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Base
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups cooked rice
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Garnish
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the turkey: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground turkey. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is fully browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Prepare the Bang Bang sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice until smooth and well combined.
- Combine turkey and sauce: Add the cooked ground turkey into the bowl with the Bang Bang sauce and stir until the turkey pieces are evenly coated with the spicy and tangy sauce.
- Assemble the bowls: Spoon the coated turkey mixture over the cooked rice, dividing evenly between serving bowls.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped green onions and cilantro on top of each bowl for a fresh herbaceous finish. Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, flavor-packed meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey sausage for the ground turkey if preferred.
- For a lower-fat option, use light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in the sauce.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spice level to your taste.
- Cook the rice fresh or use leftover steamed rice for convenience.
- This dish is perfect for meal prep; store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
