Easy Bang Bang Turkey Rice Bowl
If you love bold flavors with minimal fuss, these Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls are about to become your new favorite weeknight dinner. Ground turkey cooks up quickly and pairs perfectly with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce that’s ready in minutes. Serve over rice for a hearty, wholesome meal that everyone will love. Bonus: this recipe is incredibly versatile and easy to customize with your favorite toppings!
Discover this easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls recipe — juicy turkey, spicy creamy sauce, and fragrant rice. Perfect quick dinner for the family!
- Big payoff, low effort: You get rich, familiar flavors without complicated preparation.
- Weeknight- and guest-worthy: Perfect for family dinners or when entertaining.
- Made with real-life pantry staples: Simple ingredients mean minimal shopping trips.
- Easy to customize: Swap ingredients to match your preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients for Easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls Recipe | Quick & Flavorful Dinner
Easy Bang Bang Turkey Rice Bowl - Ingredients
How to Make Easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls Recipe | Quick & Flavorful Dinner
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Easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls Recipe | Quick & Flavorful Dinner
Discover this easy Bang Bang Ground Turkey Rice Bowls recipe — juicy turkey, spicy creamy sauce, and fragrant rice. Perfect quick dinner for the family!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter)
- 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, freshly grated
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Chopped peanuts or cashews
- Extra Sriracha or chili flakes
- Lime wedges
- Sesame seeds
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare your jasmine or basmati rice according to package instructions. Fluff and keep warm.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Brown the Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7–8 minutes.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha. Adjust Sriracha based on your heat preference.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the warm rice between bowls. Top with cooked turkey, shredded carrots, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle & Serve: Spoon the bang bang sauce generously over each bowl. Add optional toppings like chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, or a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
Nutrition Information
Recipe Notes & Tips
- Pro Tip: For extra texture, briefly toast the nuts before adding them as a topping.
- Substitution: Greek yogurt can replace mayonnaise for a lighter, tangier sauce.
- Storage: Store leftover turkey and sauce separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.