Pin Recipe Experience the ultimate weeknight dinner with this Creamy Korean Turkey Rice Skillet. This vibrant, one-pan dish features ground turkey simmered in a sweet and spicy Korean-inspired sauce, folded with fluffy rice and crowned with a silky jammy egg. It’s a perfect fusion of bold flavors and comforting textures that comes together in just 40 minutes.
Pin Recipe The secret to this dish is the savory sauce made from gochujang, soy sauce, and a touch of honey. By folding in the cooked rice and fresh baby spinach at the end, you ensure every bite is coated in a velvety, flavorful glaze that makes ground turkey feel truly gourmet.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
- 4 large eggs
- 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
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 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, for extra creaminess)
- 3 cups cooked short-grain rice (preferably day-old)
- 2 tbsp sliced scallions
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- Kimchi (optional, for serving)
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
Day-old rice works best for this recipe because it has a drier texture that absorbs the sauce without becoming mushy. Ensure you use an ice bath for the eggs to stop the cooking process immediately, which keeps the yolks perfectly jammy and soft.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For extra heat, add a dash of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes). You can also substitute ground chicken for the turkey if preferred. To keep the dish dairy-free, use coconut cream for a creamy texture or omit the cream entirely.
Serviervorschläge
Serve this skillet immediately while hot, topped with the halved jammy eggs, fresh scallions, and toasted sesame seeds. A side of spicy kimchi is highly recommended to add a refreshing, tangy crunch that cuts through the rich sauce.
Pin Recipe 
Whether you're looking for a nutritious family meal or a flavorful new addition to your meal prep rotation, this Creamy Korean Turkey Rice Skillet delivers on every front. Enjoy the bold, sweet, and spicy flavors of this effortless Korean Fusion classic.
Recipe FAQs
- → What makes the sauce creamy?
The combination of gochujang paste, honey, and optional heavy cream or coconut cream creates a velvety texture that coats the rice and turkey beautifully while adding rich depth to every bite.
- → Can I make this dairy-free?
Absolutely. Simply omit the heavy cream or substitute with coconut cream for the same luxurious texture without dairy. The rest of the ingredients are naturally dairy-free.
- → Why use day-old rice?
Day-old rice has dried slightly, which prevents it from becoming mushy when stir-fried. The grains separate better and absorb the flavorful sauce more effectively than freshly cooked rice.
- → 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 yields a set white with a golden, runny yolk that's ideal for topping.
- → Can I adjust the spice level?
Reduce gochujang for milder heat or add gochugaru flakes for extra fire. The honey balances the spice, so taste and adjust the sweet-heat ratio to your preference before serving.