Description
This Weeknight Skillet Slaw is a one-pan wonder that turns a simple bag of coleslaw mix into a sizzling, savory, and spicy meal in just 20 minutes. Featuring ground turkey, bold Asian-inspired flavors, and a touch of heat, this dish is perfect for quick dinners without sacrificing taste. It’s a colorful, healthy, and easy way to upgrade your weeknight routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon chipotle hot sauce (such as Cholula®)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1½ teaspoons minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon agave syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon ground black pepper
- 1 (8 ounce) package coleslaw mix
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together chipotle hot sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and agave syrup. Set aside.
- Cook the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add Garlic and Bell Pepper: Stir in garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in Slaw: Add coleslaw mix and sesame oil to the skillet. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring until cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Add Sauce: Pour in the prepared sauce and stir well to combine. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until everything is coated and heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Turn off the heat. Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve on its own, over rice, in wraps, or lettuce cups.
Notes
For a low-carb version, skip the rice and serve in lettuce wraps. You can substitute ground chicken or tofu. Add crushed peanuts or lime juice for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg