Sweet and Spicy Turkey Broccoli Bowls (Printable)

Tender turkey in honey-sriracha glaze with garlic, ginger, and broccoli over brown rice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 pound 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 and 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 for garnish

# How-To:

01 - Cook brown rice according to package directions and set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
03 - Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.
04 - While turkey cooks, steam broccoli florets in a separate pot or microwave-safe bowl until bright green and tender, approximately 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until fully combined.
06 - Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked turkey in the skillet. Stir thoroughly and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
07 - Divide cooked brown rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with the glazed turkey mixture and steamed broccoli.
08 - Crown each bowl with chopped green onion and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything comes together in one skillet while your rice cooks, so cleanup is practically done before you sit down to eat.
  • The sauce clings to every grain and floret, delivering that perfect balance of sweet heat that keeps you reaching for another bite.
  • It tastes like takeout but costs a fraction of the price and leaves you feeling energized instead of sluggish.
  • Leftovers actually improve overnight as the flavors soak deeper into the turkey and rice.
02 -
  • Do not skip draining the turkey if it releases a lot of fat, or your sauce will turn greasy instead of glossy.
  • Steam your broccoli separately instead of tossing it in the skillet, so it stays bright and tender rather than overcooked and limp.
  • Taste your sauce before adding it to the turkey, because soy sauce brands vary in saltiness and you might need to dial back or add a touch more honey.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry skillet for thirty seconds before sprinkling them on top, it brings out a deeper, nuttier flavor.
  • Use a whisk to mix your sauce so the honey fully dissolves and does not settle at the bottom of the bowl.
  • If you are sensitive to spice, start with half the sriracha and add more at the table so everyone can adjust to their own heat preference.
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