Description
A simple and delicious Korean-style ground turkey dish with rich flavors and quick preparation, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (or to taste)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 15 oz / 450g ground turkey
- 6 tbsp chives (chopped)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Mix until the cornstarch is dissolved, then set aside.
- Drizzle a large skillet with sesame oil. Stir in garlic and ginger, waiting until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it into small chunks. Fry until the ground turkey loses its raw red color.
- Stir in the soy sauce mixture and keep over high heat for 2 more minutes until the sauce becomes golden brown and fragrant. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water.
- Add chives (reserve some for garnishing) and turn off the heat.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with chopped chives. Serve with rice and vegetables.
Notes
This dish is best served hot, over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables. For a fresh twist, wrap it in lettuce leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg