Filipino Garlic Adobo Turkey Skillet with Rice

A quick and simplified version of the classic Filipino adobo, featuring ground turkey simmered in a savory and peppery soy-vinegar sauce, served with jasmine rice.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: Filipino
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $2.55/serving

Dietary

• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Egg-Free
• High-Protein

Tags

• one-pot
• stir-fry
• quick
• healthy
• savory
• budget-friendly

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.25 pound ground turkey
• 4 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 yellow onion (medium, chopped)
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1.5 cup jasmine rice (uncooked)
• 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

1. Prepare the jasmine rice according to package directions, starting this step first so it's ready when the turkey is done. Use a microwave rice cooker for speed if desired.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the minced garlic and chopped yellow onion to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
4. Pour in the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, black pepper, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve the Filipino Garlic Adobo Turkey Skillet hot over the steamed jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

For a bit more heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. The ground turkey can be substituted with ground chicken if preferred.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 42.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 48 g
• Fat: 13.5 g
• Fiber: 2.5 g
• Sodium: 1350 mg
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Cholesterol: 120 mg