Turkey Fried Rice
Turkey Fried Rice is a quick and easy 1-skillet meal! Soy sauce and a touch of fish sauce make it even better. It’s easy to make, delicious, and perfect for dinner or a flavorful side dish!
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked white rice made the day before and kept in the fridge
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 pound turkey thighs boneless and skinless
- ½ cup carrot diced
- ½ cup onion diced
- ½ cup peas
- 2 tablespoons ginger minced
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce optional
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup green onions sliced; for the garnish
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds for the garnish
Instructions
- Dice onions and carrots, mince garlic and ginger, slice green onions. Set aside.
- Preheat griddle, cast iron skillet, or wok to medium-high. Add oil and season turkey with salt and pepper. Cook turkey, chopping into bite-sized pieces as it browns.
- Push turkey aside, add more oil if needed. Sauté onions and carrots for 2–3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cook 1 minute.
- Spread rice on the cooking surface. Drizzle sesame oil and fish sauce, stir to combine. Add peas and soy sauce, stirring continuously.
- Make a small well in the center, add a bit of oil, pour in beaten egg, scramble, and mix with rice. Cook 1 more minute.
- Transfer to serving dish and top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
Chef Jenn's Tips
- Cook the rice a day ahead, chill it, and keep it in the fridge overnight. This dries it out slightly, making it perfect for frying.
- A small amount goes a long way, bringing depth and umami without overpowering the dish.
- Cooking on a griddle means more evaporation, so use about 1/4 cup of soy sauce instead of the usual tablespoon or two. Opt for low-sodium to control salt levels.
- These ingredients add vibrant, aromatic flavor. Don’t skip them.
- While carrots and peas are great, feel free to add your favorites for more texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cupsCalories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 9gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 1199mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2935IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg
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