Make this amazing complete meal with fluffy rice, colourful vegetable stir fry, and juicy grilled turkey! This healthy, protein-packed dish is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or when you want something nutritious and delicious.

What You Need

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • Water for cooking
  • Salt to taste

For the Stir Fry:

  • 200g prawns/shrimps
  • 1/4 medium cabbage, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 handful mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sweetcorn
  • 2 scotch bonnet peppers, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 stock cube
  • Salt to taste

For the Turkey:

  • 4 turkey thighs, skin removed
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 stock cube, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon each: curry, thyme

Easy Steps

First: Cook Perfect Rice (20 minutes)

  1. Wash rice: Rinse until water runs clear
  2. Add water: Use just enough to cover rice (don’t flood it)
  3. Season: Add salt and stir
  4. Cook gently: Simmer 15-20 minutes until tender
  5. Check done: No water should be left at bottom

Next: Season the Turkey (45 minutes)

  1. Remove skin: Take off turkey skin carefully
  2. Mix seasoning: Combine all spices with oil in bowl
  3. Coat turkey: Rub seasoning mix all over thighs
  4. Wrap option: Cover in foil for 1 hour to marinate (optional)
  5. Grill: Place on foil-lined tray, cook 40+ minutes until golden brown

Then: Make the Stir Fry (15 minutes)

  1. Heat oil: Warm oil in large pan for 3 minutes
  2. Add prawns: Cook with curry, thyme, stock cube, onion, and peppers
  3. Fry together: Stir constantly for 5 minutes
  4. Add vegetables: Include all chopped vegetables
  5. Steam: Cover and cook 5 minutes, stirring often
  6. Final season: Add salt, simmer 2 more minutes

Finally: Bring Together

Serve fluffy rice with colourful stir fry and golden turkey for a complete, balanced meal.

Smart Tips

Perfect rice: Don’t use too much water or it gets mushy Turkey check: It’s ready when golden brown and juices run clear Quick stir fry: Keep vegetables moving so they stay crisp Marinate longer: Wrap turkey in foil for deeper flavour

Great Combination

This meal gives you:

  • Fluffy carbs from perfectly cooked rice
  • Fresh vegetables with great crunch and colour
  • Lean protein from prawns and turkey
  • Balanced nutrition in one complete plate

Make It Better

Rice texture: Parboil halfway through if you like firmer rice Spice level: Adjust scotch bonnet peppers to your taste Turkey crispy: Leave uncovered for last 10 minutes Vegetable crunch: Don’t overcook the stir fry

Keep Fresh

Best served: While everything is hot and fresh Store rice: Refrigerate up to 3 days Store stir fry: Best eaten same day Turkey keeps: Good in fridge for 4 days

Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 4 people | Level: Easy


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