Sweet Spicy Turkey Broccoli Bowls (Printable)

Ground turkey and vibrant broccoli, coated in a fiery sweet-spicy glaze, served with brown rice. A quick and satisfying Asian-inspired meal.

# Ingredient list:

→ 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 for garnish

→ 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, adjust to taste
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Toppings

13 - Sesame seeds for garnish

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Cook 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 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 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 sauce over cooked turkey in the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes so flavors meld together.
07 - 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 Advice:

01 -
  • The sweet-spicy glaze clings to every bite of turkey, making even simple brown rice feel special
  • Its meal prep friendly and actually tastes better the next day when flavors have had time to hang out
02 -
  • Do not skip draining excess fat from the turkey or your sauce will separate and feel greasy
  • The sauce thickens quickly once it hits the hot meat, so have everything ready before pouring
03 -
  • Mince your ginger and garlic finely so they disappear into the sauce instead of leaving chunky bites
  • Let the turkey get golden brown in spots before adding the sauce for deeper flavor
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