Thai Kua Kling Turkey Basil Skillet

Ingredients

• 300 g ground turkey
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1 small shallot, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 120 g green beans, cut short
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 25 g Thai basil leaves
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice

Steps

1. Heat a wide skillet over medium-high heat and have the curry paste, aromatics, beans, and basil ready beside the stove.
2. Add oil and cook shallot for 2 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, curry paste, and turmeric for 30 seconds.
3. Add turkey and break it into very small pieces, cooking for 6 to 7 minutes until no pink remains and it reaches 71 C.
4. Stir in green beans, fish sauce, sugar, and 2 tablespoons water and cook for 3 minutes until beans are crisp-tender.
5. Keep stirring until the pan is nearly dry and the turkey is coated in the aromatic paste.
6. Turn off heat, fold in basil until just wilted, and serve over jasmine rice.

Allergen note: Contains fish and soy if using fish sauce and soy sauce. Use verified alternatives if needed.

Use the listed quantities as a guide, adjust seasoning to taste, and cook proteins to a safe internal temperature.