Lower Carb Teriyaki. Turkey. Bowls. GIMME! *heart eyes*
Happy Tuesday guys! Just 5 more days until Christmas, eeeeeep! Pretty lights are everywhere, holiday music is in full effect (let's be honest, that all started the day after Thanksgiving) and my bank account is in a constant plea for me to calm down. Ahhhhh, isn't it great?
I'm so happy because for the next two weeks, I get a vacation from work and even though I'm already missing my kiddos dearly, it feels great to soak up all that good ol' family time! So good in fact, that I've been on the prowl lately for deliciously healthy recipes that are super quick and super easy.
Key word here is quick, 'cus...you know, trying to optimize all of that family fun time.
With that being said...these Low Carb Teriyaki Turkey Bowls do not dissapoint. Quick? Yep. Easy? You know it. Delicious? uhhh BOWL LICKIN' WORTHY.
This entire recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, including the time that it takes to make that deliciously flavorful teriyaki sauce that you're looking at below.
30 measly minutes for the whole shebang. I'm a HUGE fan of 90% lean ground turkey as it's a super versatile healthy substitute to ground beef with great taste and texture.
It's not only AMAZE in the recipe, it's been a low fat lifesaver in other recipes too including:
Oh and of course, my superhero veggie had to make its big debut in these Low Carb Teriyaki Turkey Bowls. Cauliflower rice...you're the real MVP.
I simply used a head of cauliflower and pulsed it in the food processor a few times then fried with a little soy sauce. NOM GUYS.
-Recipe & Nutrition Info Below-
For more LOW CARB recipes, check out:
Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti Squash
Low Carb Spicy Shrimp Sushi Bowls
Baked Honey Garlic Cauliflower
Low Carb Teriyaki Turkey Bowls
These delicious and easy Low Carb Teriyaki Turkey bowls come together in under 30 minutes and are packed with mouth watering flavors!
Ingredients
For the Teriyaki Turkey:
- 16oz 90% lean ground turkey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbs Hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbs honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ cup water
- 1 ½ tbs cornstarch + ¼ cup cold water
For the cauliflower rice:
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 1 tbs soy sauce
- salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium nonstick skillet, cook the ground turkey fully until it is brown. Set aside. Combine all of the ingredients except for the cornstarch and ¼ cup cold water in a medium saucepan and place over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to bubble slightly. Mix the cornstarch with the cold water to make a slurry and add to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Once the sauce has reached a boil, remove from heat and add the pan of cooked ground turkey. Using a spoon, gently toss the turkey in the sauce to coat evenly.
- Add the washed cauliflower florets to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the cauliflower had a crumby "rice-like" consistency. Spray a nonstick skillet and fry the cauliflower with the soy sauce until slightly tender, approx 5-7 minutes. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds (optional).
Notes
*Although I personally did not find the sauce to be too spicy, feel free to omit the red pepper flakes if you wish, or adjust to your taste!
Nutrition Information
Yield
4 servingsServing Size
1 cup cauli rice + 4oz teriyaki turkeyAmount Per Serving Calories 272Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 30mgSodium 401.5mgCarbohydrates 46gNet Carbohydrates 33gFiber 13gSugar 23gProtein 35g
Melissa says
I just made this as a lunch meal prep for the week. It was so easy to make, and from what I tasted, is delicious! I look forward to eating it this week! Thanks!
OneCaringMom says
I am always looking for new recipes using ground turkey and this looks delicious! I've been trying to eat more low carb as well so the cauliflower rice sounds perfect!! I can't wait to try this!
Ravaty Hernandez says
This was sooo good!!! I loved it and so did my husband.
Vicci says
I’m sooooo glad to hear y’all loved it, Ravaty! 😊
Brianna says
Hi I am so excited to try This recipe for dinner tonight! I have everything except the corn starch.. will it still turn out ok without it? Thank you!
Brianna
Vicci says
Hi Brianna, you could probably substitute the cornstarch for any kind of flour that you have on hand. Just keep adding by the tablespoonful until you reach the desired thickness for the sauce. (please note however, the nutrition info will not be accurate) 🙂
Stacie says
If I use teriyaki sauce already prepared do I need anything other than the beef and rice contents?
Gale says
I made this tonight for dinner. Added fresh spinach, fresh garlic, onion and fresh mushrooms. I didn't have cauliflower but made rice noodles added steamed asparagus (slightly steamed) delicious! Husband went back for seconds! Thank you for sharing
Vicci says
YUM!! Your version sounds absolutely delish, I'm glad that you liked it, Gale. Thanks for sharing your variation! 🙂
Caley says
Totally a last minute meal but it looks delicious!! I don't have all the ingredients... think it would be ok with just normal teriyaki sauce?! 🤔
Thank you!!
Vicci says
Hi Caley, absolutely!! Regular store bought Teriyaki sauce will work just fine.
Clare McNicoll says
I have a question. My doctor gave me a diet that prevents me from eating honey. Can you think of a substitution for this? THANK YOU : D
Vicci says
Hi Clare,
Any type of maple syrup could be a great substitute. Also, agave nectar would work wonderfully in this recipe! 🙂
Linda says
What if I can't find hosin sauce?
Vicci says
Hi Linda, I haven't made this recipe without hoisin sauce, so I'm unable to guarantee that the taste will still be good. Hoisin sauce is found at many traditional grocery stores. If you live near a Walmart, you'll find it down the Asian food aisle. If you still are unable to find some, there are a few easy recipes online to make it yourself 😊
lindsay says
I am trying this tonight - when you say "combine all ingredients except cornstarch and cold water" in Step #1, does that include the 1/4 cup of soy sauce? Or is the 1/4 cup of soy sauce only used to cook the cauliflower in?
Vicci says
Hi, Lindsay!
The soy sauce is included in the first step for the sauce 🙂
Carla says
Totally delicious! 40 minutes from start to clean up. To me it tastes like an Mongolian beef Chinese dish, which is wonderful because I have cravings for that all the time and now I can just make this! Thanks for the recipe!
Vicci says
I'm so happy that you liked it, Carla! I also agree that the taste is close in resemblance to Mongolian beef. It's like takeout without the guilt. YUM!
Michelle says
Hi. Trying this tomorrow. I wanted to know the serving size for the 272 calories?
Vicci says
One serving size is approx 1 cup of cauliflower rice with 4 oz of teriyaki turkey. 🙂
Michelle Corrons says
Thank you!! Hope it comes out as good as yours 🙂
Rashad B says
What can I say about this recipe...... SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!! Where have you been my whole life!
Vicci says
I am so happy that you enjoyed this recipe, Rashad!
Bertha Covarrubias says
The above dish was yummy, however I added ginger and sriracha sauce it needed a little more flavor for me. THANK YOU for sharing!
Vicci says
Glad you enjoyed it, Bertha!
Juliet Cullins says
You mention cornstarch in your recipe but not in the ingredients. How much cornstarch do you use?
Vicci says
wow, I can't believe I missed that part out. All fixed now! Sorry! 🙂