Ginger Ground Turkey and Green Bean Stir-Fry
Lean ground turkey and crisp green beans stir-fried with fragrant ginger and garlic in a savory soy glaze. Served over warm white rice for a quick, high-protein weeknight dinner.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Julia + Lila
Julia created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Store leftover stir-fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Measure 0.5 cup (100g) of pre-cooked warm white rice into your serving bowl and set aside.
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Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of olive oil…
Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 1 minute until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1…
Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp (2g) of grated fresh ginger to the pan and stir continuously for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Add 150g of lean ground turkey to…
Add 150g of lean ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon into small crumbles. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until no longer pink and browned throughout.
Look for: no longer pink and browned throughout
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Trim 100g of fresh green beans and…
Trim 100g of fresh green beans and cut them into 2-inch (5cm) pieces.
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Add the green beans and 1 tbsp…
Add the green beans and 1 tbsp (15ml) of soy sauce to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to combine.
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Cover the skillet with a lid
Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the green beans are tender-crisp and bright green.
Look for: the green beans are tender-crisp and bright green
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Uncover
Uncover, toss everything together for 30 seconds to coat in the pan juices, and transfer over the warm white rice.
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