Sweet and Spicy Turkey Broccoli Bowls (Printable)

Turkey glazed in honey-sriracha sauce served over brown rice with steamed broccoli and sesame toppings.

# What You 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

# Directions:

01 - Cook brown rice according to package instructions and set aside until ready to assemble bowls.
02 - Heat 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 well combined.
06 - Pour sauce over cooked turkey in the skillet, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
07 - Divide brown rice among four bowls. Top each portion with turkey mixture and steamed broccoli.
08 - Crown each bowl with chopped green onion and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in half an hour with ingredients you probably already have.
  • The sweet-spicy sauce tastes like takeout but costs a fraction of the price.
  • Leftovers actually get better after a night in the fridge.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining the turkey if it releases fat, or your sauce will separate and taste oily.
  • Taste the sauce before pouring it in, sriracha heat levels vary wildly by brand.
03 -
  • Use a nonstick skillet so the glaze doesn't stick and burn while it reduces.
  • Double the sauce recipe and keep extra in a jar, it's perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables or plain noodles later in the week.
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