Description
This Miso-Ginger Skillet with Ground Turkey and Zucchini is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Savory miso and bright ginger create a delicious glaze for tender turkey and zucchini, all cooked in one skillet for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g ground turkey, preferably halal-certified
- 300g zucchini, sliced
- 150g onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp white miso paste (halal-certified)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (halal-certified)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
- 1 tsp water, if needed
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro or scallions
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onion and garlic in oil until fragrant.
- Brown Turkey: Brown ground turkey, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Zucchini: Add zucchini and sauté until tender-caramelized.
- Whisk Glaze: Combine miso paste, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, sesame oil, and vinegar (if using).
- Combine & Glaze: Pour glaze over mixture and cook until thickened.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro/scallions.
Notes
Using a cast-iron skillet helps with even cooking and searing. White miso paste provides a milder, sweeter flavor. Fresh ginger is crucial for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: miso, ginger, turkey, zucchini, skillet, asian, quick dinner, healthy