Ground Turkey With Collard Greens
Ground Turkey with Collard Greens is a quick and easy dish with savoury meat and nutritious greens that's flavorful and filling.
Equipment
12-inch (30cm) non-stick skillet or cast-iron skillet
Wooden spoon or stiff spatula
Cutting board (large)
Chef’s Knife
Instant-read thermometer
Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey (minced turkey) - (turkey breast) minced turkey, about 450g- 1 large bunch collard greens - about 12 oz / 340g, stems removed and leaves chopped — or other sturdy greens of your choice
1 large onion - chopped
2 cloves garlic - minced
2 tablespoons ginger - fresh ; peeled and finely chopped, about a 2-inch / 5cm piece
2 tablespoons sesame oil- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos - or soy sauce
2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder - increase to 1½ teaspoons if you prefer a stronger spice flavour
Instructions
- Clean and rinse collard greens.1 large bunch collard greens
- Remove and discard the thick stems, then chop the remaining greens.1 large bunch collard greens
- Place a large 12-inch (30cm) skillet over medium heat.
- Add sesame oil to the pan.2 tablespoons sesame oil
- Add the ground turkey breast and spread it in an even layer. Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to brown, then begin breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon.1 pound ground turkey (minced turkey)
- Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened. Then add the coconut aminos, Sriracha, and Chinese five-spice powder. Stir to combine.1 large onion, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons ginger, 2 tablespoons coconut aminos, 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- Continue cooking, breaking up any remaining large pieces, until the turkey is fully cooked and browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), about 5-7 minutes total.1 pound ground turkey (minced turkey)
- Add the chopped collard greens and toss with the turkey mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the greens are wilted but still bright green. Remove from heat immediately.1 large bunch collard greens
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Collard greens soften further overnight, which improves texture.
Freezing: Freeze the turkey-and-greens mixture flat in a zip-top bag (omit garnish) for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating: Reheat in a skillet over medium-low with a splash of water for best texture. Microwave works in 60-second bursts with stirring between.
Make-Ahead: Portion over rice or cauliflower rice at the start of the week for grab-and-go lunches.
Pro Tip: Let the turkey brown undisturbed in the skillet for 2-3 minutes before crumbling — this builds fond and deeper savoury flavour instead of steaming the meat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 29gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 410mgPotassium: 535mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2427IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 132mgIron: 2mg
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