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Classic Taiwanese-Style Turkey Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Taiwanese

Description

This Classic Taiwanese-Style Turkey Rice recipe offers a savory and comforting dish featuring tender shredded turkey cooked with garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar, served over fluffy steamed rice. It brings a simple yet flavorful taste of Taiwanese home cooking to your table, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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Turkey Mixture

  • 2 cups shredded cooked turkey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar

To Serve

  • Steamed rice, as needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the garlic: Mince the garlic cloves finely to release their flavor before cooking.
  2. Sauté the garlic: Heat a skillet or pan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add turkey and seasonings: Add the shredded cooked turkey to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle the sugar evenly over the mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the turkey mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
  5. Serve: Spoon the savory turkey mixture over bowls of hot steamed rice and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute leftover turkey with cooked chicken if desired.
  • Adjust the soy sauce and sugar quantities to taste for more or less sweetness or saltiness.
  • For extra flavor, add a dash of toasted sesame oil or chopped scallions before serving.
  • This dish is best served fresh but can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop.