Chinese Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Chinese Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable or peanut oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger, or 1 teaspoon powdered ginger; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional); 1/3 pound ground turkey; 1 cup fresh or frozen peas, not thawed; 1 cup thinly sliced carrots; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth; 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 cup white rice; 2 cups water; Salt; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; Garnishes, optional: 1 scallion, finely chopped, and 2 tablespoon fresh coriander, finely chopped

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons vegetable or peanut oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger, or 1 teaspoon powdered ginger
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
1/3 pound ground turkey
1 cup fresh or frozen peas, not thawed
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup white rice
2 cups water
Salt
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Garnishes, optional: 1 scallion, finely chopped, and 2 tablespoon fresh coriander, finely chopped

1
In a wok or a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over high heat. Add ginger and garlic, and saute 10 seconds, stirring constantly. Add scallions (if desired) and turkey; brown, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
2
Add peas and carrots, and cook for 1 minute. Add sesame oil and soy sauce, and cook for 10 seconds. Add broth; bring to a boil, about 2 minutes. Slip tofu on top, cover; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, bring rice, water, a pinch of salt, and the remaining teaspoon of oil to a boil in a medium-size saucepan. Stir, reduce heat to low, and cover. Let cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until water has been absorbed.
4
Create a paste by mixing cornstarch in a small bowl with 1/2 cup hot broth from wok. Pour paste into wok and simmer 5 minutes until sauce is thick. Serve with rice; garnish with scallions and coriander (if desired).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons vegetable or peanut oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger, or 1 teaspoon powdered ginger, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional), and more.

Yes, Chinese Sloppy Joes falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chinese Sloppy Joes

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