Breakfast · Northern Thai · 10 min
Sai Oua with Toasted Quinoa and Lemongrass-Scented Greens
- Calories
- 647
- Protein
- 52g
- Carbs
- 67g
- Fat
- 21g
Ingredients
- 228.8 g Ground Turkey
- 145.3 g Quinoa, cooked
- 23.2 g Spinach, raw
- 2.0 tbsp (approx 75g) Honey
Method
- 01Prepare the turkey mixture to mimic Northern Thai Sai Oua flavors: combine 180g ground turkey with minced lemongrass, finely sliced kaffir lime leaves (or lime zest), and a pinch of dried chili. Shape into two elongated patties.
- 02Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey patties for 4-5 minutes per side until deeply browned and fragrant, ensuring the internal temperature is cooked through.
- 03In the same pan, wilt the fresh spinach quickly until just tender, letting it absorb the aromatic drippings from the turkey.
- 04Toss the cooked quinoa with the honey to create a light glaze, mimicking the contrast of sweet and savory common in Northern Thai morning meals.
- 05Plate the seared patties alongside the honey-glazed quinoa and the wilted spinach. Serve immediately while warm, savoring the aromatic hit of lemongrass and the textural interplay of the grains.
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