Spicy Cauliflower Turkey Bowl (Print-Friendly Version)
A quick, protein-packed meal featuring spiced ground turkey with cauliflower rice, carrots, and bell peppers in just 20 minutes.
# Ingredients List:
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6 oz (180 g) ground turkey
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3 cups (about 1 small head) cauliflower rice
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1 carrot, chopped
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1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
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1/2 tsp turmeric
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2 tsp paprika
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1 tsp cumin
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1 tbsp pickled jalapenos
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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1/2 tsp coriander
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2 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt, to taste
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Optional: freshly chopped cilantro or parsley
# How to Make It:
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Place the ground turkey in a pan with about 1/4 cup water over medium-high heat. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes.
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Uncover the pan and add turmeric, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, coriander, cumin, 1 tsp of paprika, and 1 minced garlic clove. Stir and cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes until excess water has evaporated.
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Reduce heat to medium. Stir in the chopped carrot and red bell pepper. Add the cauliflower rice, 1 tbsp olive oil, the remaining tsp of paprika, and salt. Stir, then cover the pan and let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
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Uncover the pan and stir in the remaining 3 minced garlic cloves, pickled jalapenos, and the other tbsp olive oil. Stir for 2 more minutes, then serve.
# Extra Tips:
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This recipe yields 2 servings. Double the quantities for meal prep.