Description
Sizzling ground turkey and peppers stir-fry delivers bold Asian-inspired flavors in minutes. Quick weeknight dinner combines lean protein with colorful bell peppers, creating a delicious meal you can enjoy in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground turkey
Vegetables:
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oil:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling base for the aromatic garlic, and gently sauté until fragrant and golden.
- Introduce ground turkey to the skillet, methodically crumbling the meat with a wooden spoon to ensure even cooking and promote uniform browning.
- Incorporate vibrant bell peppers and onions into the skillet, allowing them to mingle with the turkey while cooking for 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften and develop a slight caramelization.
- Elevate the flavor profile by sprinkling cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper across the mixture, thoroughly blending the spices and allowing them to bloom for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the stir-fry to serving plates, adorning with fresh cilantro leaves for a burst of color and herbaceous complexity, presenting the dish immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier protein option that keeps the dish light and nutritious.
- Choose a variety of colorful bell peppers to boost visual appeal and nutritional value of the stir-fry.
- Pat the ground turkey dry before cooking to ensure better browning and prevent excess moisture in the skillet.
- Add a splash of low-sodium soy sauce or lime juice for an extra flavor boost if you want to enhance the dish’s complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg