Description
A quick and flavorful one-pan Ground Turkey Teriyaki Bowl featuring tender ground turkey, crisp vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner served over noodles or rice.
Ingredients
Teriyaki Sauce
- ½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as avocado or olive oil)
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 8 ounces cooked noodles (such as spaghetti, udon, ramen, or rice noodles) – optional if serving over rice
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar or honey, grated garlic, and grated ginger. Then add the cornstarch-water mixture and stir well to combine. This sauce will thicken once cooked with the turkey and vegetables.
- Brown the Turkey: Heat the neutral oil in a large, high-sided skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and kosher salt. Cook, breaking apart the meat with a spatula, until the turkey is browned and almost fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add The Veggies: Lower the heat to medium. Add the broccoli florets, thinly sliced red bell pepper, and shredded carrots to the skillet with the turkey. Stir everything together and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are just tender but still retain a nice crunch.
- Simmer with Sauce: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to coat all the ingredients. Let it simmer on low heat for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
- Toss with Noodles (Optional): Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss thoroughly to combine with the teriyaki mixture. Cook on low for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until noodles are heated through and soak up some of the sauce. Skip this step if serving the bowl over rice instead of noodles.
- Serve: Serve the teriyaki bowls warm. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. For extra heat, drizzle chili crisp or sriracha on top to taste.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or pork for turkey if preferred.
- Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- To keep vegetables crisp, avoid overcooking and cook just until tender.
- For a vegetarian version, swap turkey with firm tofu or tempeh.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs like cilantro for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
