Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
Make this Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl for an easy, healthier takeout alternative. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy texture. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe and Refreshing Peach Ginger Lemonade Recipe for Summer.
Why This Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl Is Pure Comfort
- Healthier than takeout
- Crispy texture just like egg rolls
- Easy and quick to make
What You'll Need for Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 small cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 small onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- soy sauce
- garlic ginger sauce
- sesame oil
- red pepper flakes
- salt
- pepper
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: sesame seeds
- Optional: sriracha
📝 Ingredient Notes
- ground turkey: You can also use ground chicken or pork.
- cabbage: You can use half green and half purple cabbage for a pop of color.
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How to Make Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
- Step 1: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add onion, garlic, and carrots to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Add cabbage to the skillet. Cook until it starts to soften and turn golden, about 7-10 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in soy sauce, garlic ginger sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve hot, topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and sriracha if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
- : To prevent the dish from becoming watery, make sure to cook the cabbage until it starts to turn golden and release its moisture.
- Common mistake and fix: If your dish turns out too salty, add a squeeze of lime or lemon to balance the flavors.
- : For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or serve with sriracha.
- : To make this dish gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make this dish ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve.
Freezing Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use a mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the ground turkey with ground chicken or pork.
- Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your dish turns out too salty, add a squeeze of lime or lemon to balance the flavors.
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Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 small cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 small onion
- 4 cloves garlic
Seasonings
- soy sauce
- garlic ginger sauce
- sesame oil
- red pepper flakes
- salt
- pepper
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- sesame seeds
- sriracha
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add onion, garlic, and carrots to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Add cabbage to the skillet. Cook until it starts to soften and turn golden, about 7-10 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in soy sauce, garlic ginger sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve hot, topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and sriracha if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use a mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the ground turkey with ground chicken or pork.
- Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your dish turns out too salty, add a squeeze of lime or lemon to balance the flavors.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: You can make this dish ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl FAQs
Yes, you can make this dish ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To prevent the dish from becoming watery, make sure to cook the cabbage until it starts to turn golden and release its moisture.
Yes, you can freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, you can cook the ground turkey and vegetables in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
You can substitute the ground turkey with ground chicken or pork.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
