Save Transform your dinner routine with this Creamy Korean Turkey Rice Skillet, a vibrant, one-pan dish that perfectly balances bold flavors with easy preparation. This recipe features lean ground turkey simmered in a sweet and spicy Korean-inspired sauce, folded with fluffy rice and crowned with a silky jammy egg for a truly satisfying fusion meal.
Save Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a unique meal to share, this skillet delivers on both nutrition and taste. The addition of fresh spinach and julienned carrots adds color and texture, making every bite a delight. It is the ultimate comfort bowl for any Korean food lover.
Ingredients
- Protein & Eggs: 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey, 4 large eggs
- Vegetables & Aromatics: 1 small onion (diced), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1-inch piece ginger (minced), 1 medium carrot (julienned or diced), 1 cup (150 g) baby spinach
- Sauce: 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/3 cup (80 ml) chicken or vegetable broth, 2 tbsp heavy cream or coconut cream (optional)
- Rice: 3 cups cooked short-grain rice (preferably day-old)
- Garnish: 2 tbsp sliced scallions, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, Kimchi (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a gentle boil. Carefully add eggs and simmer for 7 minutes for jammy yolks. Transfer eggs to an ice bath; peel and set aside.
- Step 2
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3
- Add ground turkey; cook, breaking up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Step 4
- Stir in carrot and cook for 2 minutes.
- Step 5
- Lower heat to medium. Add gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and broth. Stir to coat turkey evenly and bring to a simmer.
- Step 6
- Add heavy cream (if using) and baby spinach. Cook until spinach wilts, about 1 minute.
- Step 7
- Fold in cooked rice, mixing thoroughly until rice is hot and well combined with the sauce.
- Step 8
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 9
- Slice jammy eggs in half. Serve rice skillet in bowls, top each with a halved egg, scallions, sesame seeds, and kimchi if desired.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
To ensure the perfect jammy egg, use a timer and move the eggs immediately to an ice bath after 7 minutes. When cooking the aromatics, keep the heat at medium-high to soften the onions without burning the garlic and ginger. Always use a large enough skillet to prevent the rice from becoming mushy when folding it in.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a different protein option, substitute ground turkey with ground chicken. If you prefer a dairy-free dish, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream or omit it entirely. To increase the spice level, add a dash of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) to the sauce mixture.
Serviervorschläge
Serve this skillet dish immediately in deep bowls, placing the halved jammy eggs on top. Garnish with a generous sprinkle of scallions and toasted sesame seeds. For a traditional touch, serve with a side of kimchi to add a fermented, tangy contrast to the savory turkey and rice.
Save This Creamy Korean Turkey Rice Skillet is a testament to how simple ingredients can create extraordinary meals. With its savory-sweet sauce and the richness of the jammy eggs, it’s a bowl of pure comfort that you’ll want to make again and again.
Recipe FAQ
- → What makes this dish Korean-inspired?
The Korean flavors come from gochujang (fermented red chili paste), soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. These ingredients create the signature sweet-spicy-savory profile of Korean cuisine. Optional kimchi and gochugaru flakes can enhance the authentic taste even further.
- → Why use day-old rice?
Day-old rice has less moisture and firmer texture, preventing the dish from becoming mushy. The grains separate better and absorb the sauce more evenly. If you only have fresh rice, spread it on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to dry slightly.
- → Can I make this dairy-free?
Absolutely. Simply omit the heavy cream or substitute with coconut cream for the same creamy texture without dairy. Ensure your gochujang and other condiments are certified dairy-free, and the dish becomes completely dairy-free while maintaining its rich flavor.
- → How do I achieve perfect jammy eggs?
Gently simmer large eggs for exactly 7 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking. This timing yields fully set whites with creamy, golden yolks. Peel carefully and halve just before serving to maintain the beautiful yolk presentation.
- → What's the best way to adjust the heat level?
Start with the specified gochujang amount for moderate heat. For more spice, add gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) or additional gochujang. To reduce heat, decrease gochujang slightly and increase honey or brown sugar. The cream also helps mellow the spice.
- → Can I meal prep this skillet?
This dish meal prep excellently. Store the rice and turkey mixture in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Keep jammy eggs separate and add fresh when serving. Reheat with a splash of water or broth to restore creaminess. Garnish with fresh scallions just before eating.