Savory Turkey & Cabbage Stir-Fry with Ginger (Healthy Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipe)
This quick and easy one-pan stir-fry is packed with lean protein, fiber-rich cabbage, and immune-supportive ginger. It’s a grounding, nutrient-dense weeknight dinner that also works beautifully with leftover turkey.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- cutting board
- Chef's Knife
- Vegetable peeler (if julienning the carrot)
- Grater or microplane (for ginger)
- Garlic press (optional)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- measuring spoons
- mixing bowl (optional, for prepping ingredients)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey or leftover chopped turkey
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 carrot julienned or grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos or tamari
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Optional: red pepper flakes or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey and cook until browned (or warm through if using leftovers).
- Add cabbage and carrots. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until cabbage is tender.
- Stir in tamari, vinegar, and salt. Garnish with red pepper flakes or sesame seeds if desired.
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Notes
Nutritional Information per Serving (will vary depending on ingredients used):
Calories: 311
Fat g: 17g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: 32g
Servings: 4
Calories: 311kcal