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Classic Korean Ground Turkey

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A quick and flavorful dish that brings the taste of Korean-style bulgogi to your weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola, avocado, or vegetable)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 small carrot, grated (optional)
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1–2 tbsp brown sugar or honey (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp water (to loosen sauce)
  • 3–4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1–2 tsp sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or lettuce leaves, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep the aromatics: mince garlic and ginger, slice green onions, grate the carrot, and dice the onion.
  2. Make the sauce: in a bowl, whisk soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar (or honey), rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water.
  3. Sauté the veggies: heat oil in a skillet over medium-high, add onion and carrot, and cook until slightly soft.
  4. Brown the turkey: add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink.
  5. Add aromatics: stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the sauce and half the green onions; cook until slightly thickened and turkey is fully cooked.
  7. Finish and serve: sprinkle with sesame seeds and remaining green onions. Serve over rice or in lettuce cups.

Notes

For a veggie boost, add diced bell pepper or mushrooms. This recipe is flexible with different proteins and can be gluten-free if using tamari.

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