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Ground Turkey Rice Bowls

This bowl brings back memories of my mom’s weeknight dinners—simple, nourishing, and full of bold flavor. She always believed that even the quickest meals deserved a little love and spice. These Ground Turkey Rice Bowls are just that: warm, hearty, and rich with Asian-inspired flavors. They’re perfect for busy days and even better shared at the table with someone you care about.

Ingredients

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⅔ cup uncooked rice (yields ~2 cups cooked)

1 tbsp olive oil

½ lb ground turkey

3 cloves garlic, minced

1.5 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp ginger paste (or minced fresh ginger)

1 tbsp chili paste

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp fish sauce

Optional Garnishes:

Sesame seeds

Chopped peanuts

Chopped peanuts

Chili oil or hot sauce

Sliced green onions

Sliced chili peppers

Instructions

Cook the rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions and set aside.

Sauté the turkey: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

Flavor it up: Stir in garlic, soy sauce, ginger paste, chili paste, sesame oil, and fish sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until fragrant and well combined.

Assemble bowls: Spoon rice into bowls, top with the turkey mixture, and add any garnishes you like.

Serve hot: Enjoy with a drizzle of chili oil for extra heat or a sprinkle of peanuts for crunch.

Notes

A bowl of comfort with just the right kick—dig in and make tonight something to remember.

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