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Quick Thai Basil Ground Turkey Stir-Fry

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A quick and flavorful Thai-inspired stir-fry featuring lean ground turkey and fresh Thai basil, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a healthy, savory meal without fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (loosely packed)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red chili, sliced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (naturally brewed recommended)
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or any neutral oil with high smoke point)
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup optional vegetables (bell peppers, snap peas, or baby corn)

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients (5 minutes): Mince the garlic, thinly slice the shallot, slice the chili if using, chop green onions, and pick the Thai basil leaves from their stems. Chop optional vegetables if using.
  2. Heat the Pan (1-2 minutes): Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a large skillet or wok and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Sauté Aromatics (1-2 minutes): Add garlic, shallots, and chili to the pan. Stir constantly to prevent burning, cooking until fragrant and slightly softened.
  4. Cook Ground Turkey (5-6 minutes): Add ground turkey to the pan. Break it up with a spoon and cook until no longer pink and slightly browned on edges.
  5. Add Sauces and Sugar (1 minute): Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well to coat the turkey evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Add Vegetables (Optional, 2-3 minutes): Toss in optional vegetables and stir-fry until just tender but still crisp.
  7. Finish with Thai Basil (30 seconds): Remove from heat and fold in fresh Thai basil leaves and half the green onions. The residual heat will wilt the basil.
  8. Serve Immediately: Garnish with remaining green onions and serve over steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.

Notes

Use fresh Thai basil for authentic flavor and add it off the heat to preserve aroma. Brown the turkey slightly for better flavor and texture. Adjust chili to taste for spice level. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Vegetarian option: substitute ground turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh and omit fish sauce.

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Keywords: Thai basil, ground turkey, stir-fry, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy, weeknight meal, Asian cuisine

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