Spicy Turkey and Green Bean Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Spicy Turkey and Green Bean Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice; 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 3/4 pound 99 percent lean ground turkey; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 small half-sour pickle, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons Asian chile paste, such as sambal oelek; 1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dry sherry or rice vinegar (not seasoned); 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups basmati rice
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3/4 pound 99 percent lean ground turkey
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small half-sour pickle, finely chopped
2 teaspoons Asian chile paste, such as sambal oelek
1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry or rice vinegar (not seasoned)
2 teaspoons cornstarch

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Stir in the rice, cover and boil until tender, about 18 minutes; drain well and keep warm.
3
Meanwhile, preheat the broiler.
4
Toss the green beans, 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil and the sugar on a rimmed baking sheet.
5
Broil, stirring once, until the beans are tender and charred, about 8 minutes.
6
Heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat.
7
Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 minutes.
8
Add the garlic, pickle and chile paste and cook until the garlic is slightly golden, about 3 minutes.
9
Whisk the chicken broth, soy sauce, sherry and cornstarch in a bowl.
10
Add the green beans to the skillet with the turkey mixture and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
11
Add the soy sauce mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
12
Serve with the rice.
13
Photograph by Christopher Testani

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Spicy Turkey and Green Bean Stir-Fry falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Spicy Turkey and Green Bean Stir-Fry

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