Thai Basil Turkey

Ground turkey, Thai basil, chilies, garlic, and shallots come together in a fast skillet dinner inspired by Thai basil stir-fry.

Makes: 2 servings

Ingredients

• 1–2 tablespoons coconut or avocado oil
• 2 Thai bird chilies, thinly sliced on a bias
• 2–3 shallots, thinly sliced
• 5 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
• ½–1 tablespoon fish sauce, to taste
• ⅓ cup water
• 2 bunches Thai basil leaves

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chilies, shallots, garlic, and ginger; stir-fry for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
2. Add the ground turkey and break it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes.
3. Add the sugar, soy sauce or coconut aminos, and fish sauce. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, then add the water to loosen the browned bits. Cook until the turkey is no longer pink and the sauce lightly coats it.
4. Check that the ground poultry reaches 165°F, then add the basil leaves and toss just until wilted. Serve over hot rice with vegetables, if you like.

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