How To Cook Ground Turkey

Name: How To Cook Ground Turkey
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 pound (453g) ground turkey; salt and other seasonings of your choice

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Calories
127 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

How To Cook Ground Turkey

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Delicious cooked ground turkey that can be used in a variety of recipes.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
1 pound (453g) ground turkey
salt and other seasonings of your choice

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Instructions

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
When the oil is hot, add the ground turkey to the skillet and stir for a couple of minutes to break the meat up.
Season generously with salt and other seasoning of your choice.
Stir regularly for 5-7 minutes, until the meat is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature. of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
Turn off the heat and serve as is, or add it to other recipes.

Notes

Opt for lean or extra lean ground turkey, which contains less fat. This is healthier, but requires careful cooking to prevent it from drying out.
If using a lean or extra lean ground turkey, add a splash of broth, tomato sauce, or olive oil while cooking. This helps prevent it from becoming too dry. If the turkey is not a lean cut, then adding liquid isn’t needed.
Ground turkey can be bland, so season it generously with herbs, spices, or sauces to add flavor. Consider using the seasoning variations mentioned below.
If the meat has a higher fat or water content and there is a lot of liquid while cooking, then carefully drain and continue cooking. Likewise, you can simply cook the turkey until adequate moisture evaporates.
Overcooked ground turkey can become dry and crumbly so watch it closely. Cook until it reaches the safe internal temperature, then remove from heat.
Ground turkey can be mixed with vegetables, beans, or grains in dishes like chili or casseroles to add protein and flavor.
Cover the pan with a lid while cooking ground turkey in recipes like chili or stews to help trap moisture.
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in one serving of this.
Opt for lean or extra lean ground turkey, which contains less fat. This is healthier, but requires careful cooking to prevent it from drying out.
If using a lean or extra lean ground turkey, add a splash of broth, tomato sauce, or olive oil while cooking. This helps prevent it from becoming too dry. If the turkey is not a lean cut, then adding liquid isn’t needed.
Ground turkey can be bland, so season it generously with herbs, spices, or sauces to add flavor. Consider using the seasoning variations mentioned below.
If the meat has a higher fat or water content and there is a lot of liquid while cooking, then carefully drain and continue cooking. Likewise, you can simply cook the turkey until adequate moisture evaporates.
Overcooked ground turkey can become dry and crumbly so watch it closely. Cook until it reaches the safe internal temperature, then remove from heat.
Ground turkey can be mixed with vegetables, beans, or grains in dishes like chili or casseroles to add protein and flavor.
Cover the pan with a lid while cooking ground turkey in recipes like chili or stews to help trap moisture.
Storage - you can keep cooked and cooled ground turkey in an airtight container inside the fridge up to 5 days.
There is 1 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 127kcal (6%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 58mg (2%) Potassium 335mg (10%) Vitamin A 28IU (1%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 127 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	127kcal	6%
Protein	27g	54%
Fat	2g	3%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Trans Fat	0.02g	1%
Cholesterol	62mg	21%
Sodium	58mg	2%
Potassium	335mg	7%
Vitamin A	28IU	1%
Calcium	3mg	0%
Iron	1mg	6%