Thai Basil Ground Turkey

EASY WEEKNIGHT MEAL: I’ve had a few request recipes that use ground turkey. My first thought was ‘How can I make ground turkey asian inspired?” So here we are: Thai Basil Ground Turkey. This is packed with flavor and allows for much versatility when it comes pairings. You can serve with rice or on a bed of lettuce and fresh veggies. Your pick, but it’s definitely a winner for quick weeknight meals! 

Ingredients:

1lb ground turkey 

2 shallots

1 inch of ginger, finely chopped 

2 1/2 tbsp of reduced sodium tamari (soy sauce) 

1 ½ tbsp toasted sesame oil

1 tsp of fish sauce 

1 tsp of sambal chili paste 

1 tsp garlic powder 

1 cup of fresh basil, chopped

Ground pepper to taste 

Serve with rice and limes for topping 

Sides: 

Cucumbers

Grated carrots 

Rice 

Sautéed bok choy 

The How To:

Easiest way to make weeknights meal quick is by taking out all the ingredients and laying them out. Chop your shallots and ginger. Next, heat up a skillet, then add avocado oil.  Add your shallots and ginger and sauté for 2 mins (be sure to salt them). Then add the ground turkey. Sauté for 2 minutes and then add your tamari, toasted sesame oil, fish sauce, chili paste, garlic powder and pepper. Cook until meat is completely cooked, about 5-6 minutes. Then add your chopped basil and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Top with freshly squeezed lime.  Serve with with a rice of rice and sautéed bok choy (sauté in avocado oil and soy sauce).