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)
- Wash rice: Rinse until water runs clear
- Add water: Use just enough to cover rice (don’t flood it)
- Season: Add salt and stir
- Cook gently: Simmer 15-20 minutes until tender
- Check done: No water should be left at bottom
Next: Season the Turkey (45 minutes)
- Remove skin: Take off turkey skin carefully
- Mix seasoning: Combine all spices with oil in bowl
- Coat turkey: Rub seasoning mix all over thighs
- Wrap option: Cover in foil for 1 hour to marinate (optional)
- Grill: Place on foil-lined tray, cook 40+ minutes until golden brown
Then: Make the Stir Fry (15 minutes)
- Heat oil: Warm oil in large pan for 3 minutes
- Add prawns: Cook with curry, thyme, stock cube, onion, and peppers
- Fry together: Stir constantly for 5 minutes
- Add vegetables: Include all chopped vegetables
- Steam: Cover and cook 5 minutes, stirring often
- 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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