Sesame Turkey Lettuce Wrap Bowls (Printable version)

Korean-style ground turkey with sesame and gochujang served over rice with crisp lettuce and fresh vegetables.

# What You Need:

→ Turkey Mixture

01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
05 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
06 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons gochujang
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
11 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Bowls and Toppings

12 - 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
13 - 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated
14 - 1 cucumber, shaved into ribbons
15 - 1 large carrot, julienned
16 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
17 - 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped onion; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
02 - Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Stir in soy sauce, gochujang, honey, and rice vinegar. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
04 - Remove from heat and stir in toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
05 - Divide cooked rice among four bowls and top each with a generous portion of sesame turkey mixture.
06 - Arrange butter lettuce leaves, cucumber ribbons, and carrot ribbons around the turkey mixture in each bowl.
07 - Top with additional sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if desired. Serve with lettuce leaves for scooping or wrapping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Efficient: A complete meal ready in just 35 minutes.
  • Fresh Textures: A delightful mix of warm turkey and crisp vegetable ribbons.
  • Bold Korean Flavors: Featuring the unique umami punch of gochujang and ginger.
  • Dairy-Free and Lean: Made with ground turkey and light ingredients for a wholesome bite.
02 -
  • For a low-carb version, substitute rice with cauliflower rice.
  • Adjust gochujang to taste for more or less heat.
  • Add sliced radishes or pickled vegetables for extra crunch and flavor.
  • Pairs well with a crisp, dry Riesling or chilled green tea.
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