Sweet Spicy Turkey Broccoli Bowls (Print)

Ground turkey coated in a sweet-spicy honey-sriracha sauce, served with steamed broccoli, brown rice, and sesame garnish.

# Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 lb ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups broccoli florets
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
05 - 1 green onion, chopped

→ Grains

06 - 1 cup cooked brown rice

→ Sauces & Condiments

07 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Toppings

13 - Sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - Cook the brown rice according to package instructions so it is ready to serve when assembling the bowls.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger; sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
03 - Add ground turkey to the skillet. Break apart with a spatula and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.
04 - While the turkey cooks, steam broccoli florets in a separate pot or microwave until bright green and just tender, about 4–6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to make the sweet and spicy sauce.
06 - Pour the sauce over the cooked turkey in the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes so flavors meld.
07 - To assemble, divide brown rice among bowls. Top with turkey mixture and steamed broccoli.
08 - Garnish with chopped green onion and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The honey sriracha glaze hits that perfect sweet spicy balance that keeps you coming back for another bite
  • Everything cooks in one pan while the rice steams, making cleanup almost too easy
  • You can prep the sauce in advance and keep it in the fridge for those nights when cooking feels impossible
02 -
  • The sauce thickens quickly once it hits the hot turkey so have everything ready before you pour it in
  • Ground turkey releases more moisture than beef so draining the excess fat prevents watery bowls
  • Let the sauce simmer for the full 2 to 3 minutes or the sriracha heat will taste too sharp and raw
03 -
  • Minced ginger from a jar works in a pinch but fresh ginger makes a noticeable difference in the final flavor
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for 30 seconds before sprinkling them on for extra nutty depth
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