Description
This Korean-Style Ground Turkey Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal featuring lean ground turkey cooked with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Topped with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, it’s served over steaming white rice for a comforting dish that’s perfect for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Seasonings
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Garnishes and Serving
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil and brown the turkey: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced 4 cloves garlic and 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, which will infuse the turkey with aromatic flavor.
- Incorporate sauces and simmer: Pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Stir well to combine all ingredients and let the mixture simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add spice (optional): If you prefer some heat, mix in 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes at this stage and stir to evenly distribute.
- Serve: Spoon the flavorful ground turkey mixture over prepared cooked rice. Garnish with 2 chopped green onions and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for a finishing touch.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey to keep the dish light and healthy.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
- White or brown rice can be used as the base for serving.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- To add extra veggies, stir in some chopped bell peppers or shredded carrots during the garlic and ginger step.
- Sesame seeds can be toasted in a dry skillet over low heat for 2-3 minutes before sprinkling for enhanced flavor.
