Best 8 Thai Style Turkey Fried Rice Recipes

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Thai style turkey fried rice combines the bold flavors of traditional Thai cuisine with the comfort of a classic fried rice dish. This delectable dish is a tantalizing blend of aromatic spices, tender turkey, and fluffy rice, creating a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Bangkok. As you embark on this culinary adventure, you'll discover the harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, complemented by the vibrant colors of fresh vegetables, making this dish a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Get ready to embark on a flavor-packed adventure as we delve into the world of Thai style turkey fried rice, guiding you through the steps to create this delectable dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THAI TURKEY AND RICE



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 pound sugar snap peas
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 cooked turkey tenderloin, cubed (about 2 to 3 cups)
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup rice vinegar (regular or seasoned)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper or crushed hot chili flakes
1 cup regular rice, cooked according to package directions
2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook 3 minutes, until soft. Add snap peas and carrots and cook 2 minutes. Add turkey and cook 1 minute, until golden brown on all sides.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together broth, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and pepper flakes. Add mixture to pan and bring to a simmer. Add rice and stir to combine. Remove from heat and stir in basil. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

THAI-STYLE TURKEY FRIED RICE



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Fried rice is always a great way to use up leftovers - vary this Thai version depending on what's in your fridge. Notes & tips Kaffir lime leaves and Thai basil are from some supermarkets and greengrocers. Tamari is a type of soy sauce usually made without wheat - look for gluten-free tamari at health food shops and some supermarkets.

Provided by Sonya01

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 long green chilies, seeds removed, finely chopped
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 red capsicum, cut into 1cm cubes
200 g thin green beans, cut into 2cm lengths
4 kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced (see notes)
4 cups cooked cooled jasmine rice (1 1/3 cups (265g, uncooked)
3 cups roughly chopped cooked turkey
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons gluten-free tamari (see notes)
1/2 cup Thai basil (see notes or use regular basil)
lime wedge, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the onion for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic, chilli, ginger and sugar, then cook for a further 1 minute until the mixture is fragrant and the sugar has dissolved. Add the chopped capsicum, beans and kaffir lime leaves, then stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the vegetables are just tender. Add the cooked rice, chopped turkey, fish sauce and tamari, then stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Stir in the basil, then serve the rice in bowls with lime wedges to squeeze.

THAI-INSPIRED FRIED RICE



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This amazing fried rice dish is sure to knock family and friends off of their feet! It will make them think you are a 5-star chef! It mixes sweet and savory in a perfect blend that you will love. You can add or take away to adjust to your favorite flavors...you just can't go wrong with this one!

Provided by kitkate

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 47m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large skinless, boneless chicken breast, ground
¼ cup butter, divided
1 red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ cup roughly chopped pineapple, drained and juice reserved
4 cups cooked white rice, or more to taste
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
¼ cup sweet and sour sauce
3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large wok over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic. Cook and stir until softened and onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked chicken, pineapple, and 3 tablespoons pineapple juice, 1 to 2 minutes. Add rice, 4 tablespoons cilantro, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter; cook and stir until thoroughly mixed, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour sweet and sour sauce, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper into the rice mixture. Cook and stir to combine, 5 to 8 minutes. Mix in the remaining 4 tablespoons cilantro, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 588.3 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

THAI-STYLE FRIED RICE



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Any green vegetables you have on hand can be used in place of the bok choy.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 fresh green chile, sliced, or chili paste or crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons peanut oil or other vegetable oil (not olive oil)
2 garlic cloves, minced (1 tablespoon)
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
2 scallions (both white and green parts), minced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 ounces boneless pork, such as shoulder or loin, cut into 2 x 1/2-inch strips
1 cup shredded bok choy or other similar green vegetable
1 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
Sprigs of fresh cilantro, for garnish
1/2 cucumber, peeled and cubed
1 or 2 fresh lime wedges for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the chile and 2 tablespoons of the fish sauce in a small dipping bowl. Set aside. Heat a well-seasoned wok or frying pan over high heat. Add the oil and almost immediately add the garlic, ginger, and 2 tablespoons of scallions. Stir constantly for about 40 seconds. Be careful not to burn the mixture. Add the pork and continue to stir for 3 minutes, or until the pork is no longer pink.
  • Stir in the bok choy and cook until it is just tender, a couple of minutes. Stir in the cooked rice. Add the remaining tablespoon of fish sauce and heat through, about 2 minutes.
  • Serve immediately, garnish with cilantro, cucumber, the remaining tablespoon of scallion, and the lime. Serve the dipping sauce on the side.

TURKEY FRIED RICE FOR TWO



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Generally, fried rice is a dish made with leftover rice from the day before, which serves as a nice base for a catch-all meal. - Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 egg, beaten
1/4 pound ground turkey
1 green onion, sliced
1-1/2 cups cold cooked rice
1/2 cup canned bean sprouts
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chunky peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Pour egg into skillet. As the egg sets, lift edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath. When egg is completely cooked, remove to a plate; set aside., In the same skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the rice, bean sprouts and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended; stir into skillet. Meanwhile, chop egg into small pieces; stir into skillet and heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

TURKEY FRIED RICE



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"My husband, our two young sons and I enjoy this deliciously different fried rice dish," relates Lorna Plett of Riverton, Manitoba. "The brown rice makes it extra nutritious...and it's a great way to use up leftover cooked turkey."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked brown rice
2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup shredded romaine

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from the heat; cool. Cover and refrigerate overnight., In a small bowl, combine turkey and soy sauce; cover and refrigerate. In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir the egg over medium heat until completely set. Remove and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and celery in oil until tender. Add rice and turkey; cook and stir over medium heat for 6-8 minutes. Add lettuce and reserved egg; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEFTOVER TURKEY FRIED RICE



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Quick, easy turkey fried rice. It conquers that need for something "different" after a day of roasted turkey and the fixin's.

Provided by LBURDICK

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Fried Rice Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

nonstick cooking spray
1 medium onion, diced
½ cup frozen peas and carrots
2 tablespoons salted butter
3 cups cold cooked rice
2 cups diced cooked turkey
2 tablespoons soy sauce, or more to taste
1 tablespoon sesame oil, or as needed
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Coat a large pan with cooking spray. Add onion and saute over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and butter; cook and stir, allowing butter to melt and veggies to thaw, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and stir in rice and turkey. Add soy sauce, 2 tablespoons at a time, and stir until rice takes on color. Push everything to the sides of the pan. Add sesame oil to the center of the pan and stir rice mixture until coated. Push everything to the sides of the pan again. Break eggs in the center of the pan. Scramble in the center until set, 2 to 3 minutes; then stir into rice mixture until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 107.6 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 395.3 mg, Sugar 1 g

TURKEY FRIED RICE



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Make and share this Turkey Fried Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup uncooked brown rice
2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from the heat; cool. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • In a bowl, combine turkey and soy sauce; cover and refrigerate. In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir the egg over medium heat until completely set. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion, green pepper and celery in oil until tender. Add rice and turkey; cook and stir over medium heat for 6-8 minutes. Add lettuce and reserved egg; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use cold, leftover rice for the best texture.
  • Cook the rice a day ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Use a large wok or skillet to cook the fried rice.
  • Heat the wok or skillet over high heat before adding the oil.
  • Add the eggs to the wok or skillet and cook until scrambled.
  • Add the rice and vegetables to the wok or skillet and cook until heated through.
  • Add the sauce and seasonings and cook until combined.
  • Serve the fried rice immediately.

Conclusion:

Thai-style turkey fried rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Thai-style turkey fried rice a try. You won't be disappointed!

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