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This incredible Ground Turkey Stir Fry is sure to be a favorite among Thai food enthusiasts looking to replicate those flavors at home! Packed with ground turkey, peppers, onions, and fresh basil, this delicious stir fry is not only low in carbs but also high in protein.
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Thai-Inspired Ground Turkey Stir Fry recipe was inspired by a beloved Thai dish from a restaurant in Salt Lake City, offering a lower sugar alternative for home-cooked Thai cuisine. Upon retesting the recipe, we fell in love with every aspect of this turkey stir fry!
For those who find ground turkey bland, this recipe will change your mind with its infusion of amazing Thai flavors. If you have a preference for Thai flavors, peppers, and basil, especially Thai basil, this Ground Turkey Stir Fry is a must-try!
What ingredients do you need for this recipe?
(This is only a list of ingredients; please scroll down for complete printable recipe. Or use the JUMP TO RECIPE link at the top of the page for the full recipe with ingredient amounts.)
What gives this ground turkey stir fry the Thai flavors?
This dish features oil seasoned with garlic and cooked turkey flavored with a stir-fry sauce containing lime juice, Red Boat Fish Sauce, Sriracha Sauce, Soy Sauce, and a touch of Golden Monkfruit Sweetener. Additionally, the recipe incorporates basil, preferably Thai basil.
Is the ground turkey stir fry an authentic Thai recipe?
While not claiming authenticity, this recipe, created by me and my nephew Jake, captures the sour-sweet-spicy-salty-bitter flavor profile that defines Thai cooking.
How low in carbs is this ground turkey stir fry?
With only 6 net carbs per serving and 32 grams of protein, this flavorful stir fry with ground turkey, peppers, and basil is a carb-conscious delight!
My Tips for Stir-Fry Cooking:
For stir-fry novices, I recommend familiarizing yourself with the basic techniques before attempting this Thai Turkey Stir-Fry. Mastering these fundamentals will open up a world of delicious possibilities!
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How to Make Thai-Inspired Ground Turkey Stir Fry:
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- Whisk together lime juice, Red Boat Fish Sauce, Sriracha Sauce, soy sauce, and sweetener to make the stir-fry sauce.
- Cut the onion and red bell pepper into strips of the same size.
- Slice the garlic cloves.
- Coarsely chop the basil after preparing the other ingredients.
- If you don’t have a wok, use a large heavy frying pan. Heat the pan over high heat for a minute before adding the oil.
- Add oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Discard the garlic after seasoning the oil.
- Stir-fry the red bell pepper and onion over high heat for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- If needed, add another teaspoon of oil, then add the ground turkey and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Cook the turkey until any liquid evaporates and it begins to brown slightly.
- Return the peppers to the wok with the cooked turkey and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the chopped basil and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the sauce and cook until absorbed by the meat, heating the entire dish for about 2 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Make it a Low-Carb Meal:
This Ground Turkey Stir Fry pairs well with any of these side dishes for a low-carb meal:
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