Turkey Mince Stir Fry With Basil

An economical, low-fat stir-fry featuring turkey mince, aromatic ginger, garlic, and crispy fried basil leaves for a quick dinner.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 320 kcals 1280 kcals
Carbohydrates 4 grams 16 grams
Fat 18 grams 72 grams
Protein 34 grams 136 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1.5
tsp
Palm Sugar
Dark brown sugar can be substituted
CondimentsSauces
5
tsp
Fish Sauce
To taste; salt can be substituted
Meat
450
g
Turkey Mince
From boned, skinned breast and/or legs
NutsSeeds
55
g
Holy Basil
Weight after removing stems, ordinary basil can be substituted
5
clove
Garlic
Peeled and finely chopped
OilsFats
100
ml
Vegetable Oil
For shallow-frying and stir-frying
Vegetables
75
g
Shallots
Peeled and finely sliced; onions can be substituted
2
piece
Green Cayenne Chillies
Fresh and sliced
2
piece
Red Cayenne Chillies
Fresh and sliced
2.5
cm
Ginger
Fresh root, finely grated

Steps

  • Wash basil leaves and set aside 15g whole, then coarsely chop the remainder.
  • Heat 1cm depth of oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat.
  • Flash-fry whole basil leaves under a splatter screen until crisp.
  • Drain crisp leaves on kitchen paper and reserve strained oil for later.
  • Heat 60ml oil in a wok and fry garlic and shallots until golden.
  • Add sliced chillies and grated ginger and stir vigorously.
  • Add chopped basil and stir briefly.
  • Add turkey mince and fry for 4 minutes until no longer pink.
  • Season with fish sauce and palm sugar, boiling off any excess liquid.
  • Transfer to a dish and garnish with reserved crisp-fried basil.