Red Meat Allergy Friendly Ginger-Scallion Turkey Skillet
Ground turkey is the star here, making this a naturally red-meat-free skillet that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of satisfying, savory flavor. Coconut oil, fresh ginger, and a generous handful of scallions build an aromatic base that fills the kitchen with the kind of smell that pulls everyone in from the other room. The sauce — a quick whisk of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, and arrowroot starch — comes together in minutes and clings beautifully to the turkey and tender zucchini once it hits the heat. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to source, so there's no second-guessing labels or worrying about hidden beef or pork derivatives sneaking into your meal. The zucchini gets just enough time in the pan to turn lightly golden at the edges while staying tender, giving the dish a satisfying mix of textures. A squeeze of lime and a scatter of fresh cilantro at the end brighten everything up and make it feel restaurant-worthy with almost no extra effort. This is the kind of weeknight one-pan dinner you'll find yourself coming back to again and again.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch scallions (about 6), white and light green parts sliced, dark green tops reserved for garnish
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into ½-inch half-moons
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tbsp water
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, ground ginger, and arrowroot starch with 2 tbsp water until smooth. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and the oil coats the pan easily.
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