Turkey and Snap Pea Stir-Fry

Name: Turkey and Snap Pea Stir-Fry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 7 servings
Cuisine: East Asian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1.25 pound ground turkey; 1 yellow onion (medium, sliced thin); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated); 10 ounce fresh snap peas; 0.5 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 cup instant white rice; 3 cup water (for rice)

A rapid and vibrant stir-fry with lean ground turkey and crisp snap peas in a savory ginger-soy sauce, served over quick-cooking steamed rice for an effortless East Asian-inspired dinner.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 7
Cuisine: East Asian
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $2.15/serving

Dietary

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

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1.25 pound ground turkey
1 yellow onion (medium, sliced thin)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
10 ounce fresh snap peas
0.5 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cup instant white rice
3 cup water (for rice)

Instructions

Cook instant rice: Prepare 2 cups instant or quick-cooking white rice according to package directions, typically by combining rice with 3 cups water, bringing to a boil, then simmering covered for 5-10 minutes. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add 1 sliced yellow onion, 2 minced cloves garlic, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and onion is slightly softened.
Add 10 ounces fresh snap peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp.
Give the sauce mixture another quick whisk, then pour it over the turkey and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Serve the quick turkey and snap pea stir-fry immediately over the steamed rice.

Notes

Ensure all vegetables are prepped before you start cooking, as stir-frying moves quickly. This dish is excellent for lunch leftovers.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 420
Protein: 34.5 g
Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
Fat: 10 g
Fiber: 4.8 g
Sodium: 1250 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Sugar: 7 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg