Thai-Style Ground Turkey and Green Beans {20-Minute Meal}
Ingredients
- ¼ cchicken broth
- ¼ coyster or hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsplow-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbspchili garlic sauce
- 1 tspbrown sugar
- 1 ½ lblean ground turkey or ground chicken
- 12 ozfresh green beans
trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ cfresh thai or sweet basil
chopped or torn into small pieces
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the broth, oyster or hoisin sauce, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- 2
In a 12-inch skillet set over medium heat, add the ground turkey with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, breaking the meat into small pieces, until no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes. Off the heat, drain excess grease.
- 3
Return the skillet to medium heat. Whisk the sauce to recombine and add to the skillet. Give the meat and sauce a quick stir.
- 4
Add the green beans. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the beans are crisp-tender (add additional time for more tender green beans).
- 5
Add the basil. Give everything a good stir to bring the sauce up from the bottom of the pan. Serve immediately. It is delicious on its own or served over hot, cooked rice with flatbread or naan.
Thai-Style Ground Turkey and Green Beans {20-Minute Meal}
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Craving a vibrant, flavorful dinner that comes together in a flash? This Thai-Style Ground Turkey and Green Beans recipe is your answer for a delicious, healthy weeknight meal that's ready in just 20 minutes, bringing authentic-tasting flavors straight to your kitchen. What makes this dish a standout is its incredible balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes, all built into a foundation of lean protein and fresh vegetables. The genius lies in the perfectly proportioned sauce, combining chicken broth, oyster or hoisin, low-sodium soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and brown sugar. This harmonious blend creates a deeply satisfying glaze that expertly coats the ground turkey and crisp-tender green beans, ensuring every bite is packed with complex Thai-inspired flavor. It’s a smart and efficient way to get a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal on the table without fuss. When you make this recipe, you'll be treated to a main course that truly delivers on taste and texture. You'll love how the lean ground turkey cooks up quickly, eagerly absorbing all the aromatic and savory flavors of the sauce, becoming incredibly tender. Each forkful offers a delightful contrast between the succulent turkey and the snappy, fresh green beans, all brightened by the fragrant addition of fresh Thai or sweet basil. The chili garlic sauce provides a pleasant warmth that lingers just right, making this dish an exciting and approachable addition to your dinner rotation. Plus, designed to generously serve six and coming in at just 159 calories per serving, it’s a fantastic option for a lighter yet incredibly satisfying meal. Feel free to swap out the ground turkey for ground chicken for a similar lean protein option that cooks up just as quickly. If you prefer less heat, you can easily reduce the amount of chili garlic sauce, or add a little extra if you like things spicier and want more of a kick. For an even more intense herbal note, consider adding a sprinkle of chopped cilantro alongside the basil. This Thai-style ground turkey and green beans dish is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner when you need something quick and satisfying without sacrificing flavor. Serve it simply on its own for a low-carb option, or alongside a bed of fluffy jasmine rice or brown rice to soak up all the delicious sauce.